Did you know that killdeer pretend to have broken wings to protect their nests from predators?
Killdeer
at
a Glance
Key Features:
Killdeer are brown birds with white throats, white chests, white bellies, two black bands on their chests, and black and white patches on their faces.
Least Concern - Population Decreasing
Habitat:
Grasslands, airports, golf courses, parking lots, sports fields, and yards
nesting habits:
Killdeer build nests in depressions out of garbage, shell pieces, and sticks.
seasons killdeer are active in our area:
All year
Diet:
Dead minnows, earthworms, frogs, insect larvae, insects, seeds, and snails
hunting Behavior:
Killdeer patting the ground, sticking their beaks in mud, and running to chase prey.
Commonly Confused With:
Semipalmated Plovers
Killdeer are often confused with semipalmated plovers because both have similar coloration
Killdeer have two black bands on their chests. Semipalmated plovers have one black band on their chests.