Charadrius
vociferus

Silent Killdeer (yes, silent) at Fish Springs in
Utah's west desert. I don't think I've ever come across a
silent
Killdeer before. Its partner was also silent. This
might be recorded as a historic moment. © Carol
Davis, 3-11-2012

"Why are you stopping here when I'm so comfortable in
my spot?" ©
Carol Davis, 5-30-2010 at Bear River MBR
Killdeer fledgling along the Bear River near
BRMBR
© Carol Davis, 7-30-2006