Lapwing Nesting in field about to be ploughed
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Lapwing Nesting in field about to be ploughed
CK-3327
Lapwing - Nesting in field about to be ploughed
UK
Vanellus vanellus
unusual nesting sites
Chris Knights
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Farmland In Field Lapwing Lapwings Ploughing Tractor Tractors Unusual Urban Wildlife Vehicle Vehicles Vulnerable Waders At Nest
Feathered Drama Unfolds - Lapwing Takes a Stand Against the Plough!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this snapshot by Chris Knights, we witness an extraordinary moment in the avian world. CK-3327, a fearless lapwing, perches defiantly on her nest amidst a vast field about to be ploughed. With feathers ruffled and determination in her eyes, she stands as an emblem of resilience against urbanization. This single lapwing's choice of nesting site might seem unusual at first glance – who would choose a soon-to-be-ploughed field? But it is precisely this audacity that makes her story so compelling. In the face of encroaching tractors and vehicles ready to transform her habitat into farmland, she remains steadfast. As we marvel at this image, we can't help but feel a sense of vulnerability emanating from our feathered protagonist. She symbolizes not only the fragility of wildlife in our rapidly changing environment but also their adaptability and tenacity. Chris Knights' photography captures both the beauty and urgency of preserving these delicate ecosystems within Europe's urban landscapes. It serves as a reminder that even amidst modern farming practices, pockets of untamed nature continue to exist – reminding us all that harmony between humans and wildlife is possible. So let us celebrate CK-3327's bravery as she takes center stage in this photograph - an ode to those who dare to defy convention and protect their nests against all odds!
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