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Greater Sand Plover (Charadrius leschenaultii) adult, non-breeding plumage, walking in shallow water, Yala N. P
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Greater Sand Plover (Charadrius leschenaultii) adult, non-breeding plumage, walking in shallow water, Yala N. P
Greater Sand Plover (Charadrius leschenaultii) adult, non-breeding plumage, walking in shallow water, Yala N.P. Sri Lanka, February
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Australasia Australasian Non Breeding Plover Plovers Shallow Shallows South Asia Sri Lanka Sri Lankan Wader Waders Yala
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Look at me, strutting my stuff in the shallow waters of Yala National Park! I may be a Greater Sand Plover, but I'm definitely not sand-ploving around today. With my non-breeding plumage on point, I am ready to conquer the world one step at a time. As an adult plover in winter attire, I blend perfectly into this tropical paradise. My fellow waders can't help but envy my stylish feathers and graceful walk. Who needs fancy breeding colors when you can rock the monochrome look like me? Yala NP is my playground, where freshwater wetlands meet sandy shores. The tranquil waters provide the perfect backdrop for me to showcase my impeccable balance and agility. Don't be fooled by my delicate appearance; beneath these dainty feet lies a true adventurer! Being an Asian bird has its perks – endless sunshine, exotic islands, and breathtaking wildlife encounters. Sri Lanka is home sweet home for us Austrasian creatures seeking refuge from colder climates. So next time you visit Yala NP or any other national park in South Asia, keep your eyes peeled for this confident sandplover strutting its stuff in style. And remember: life's too short to just stand still – take a cue from us birds and make every step count!
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