A small non-migratory plover with no seasonal variation in color often found inland. An individual with a thicker collar. |
Northern migrant. Note small size and thin bill. |
A small common plover; Orange bill and black chest band distinctive. Front view, searching for food. |
Northern migrant. A medium sized plover often found inland not necessarily near water. There is also a resident population from south Colombia to Peru on the Pacific coast. |
Northern migrant. Note small size and thick bill. All plovers lay eggs on the ground using camouflage and distraction to detract predators. |