Eurasian Dotterel [Charadrius]

Description

The genus Charadrius is a group of small to medium-sized shorebirds that are part of the plover family. Members of this genus are characterized by their relatively short bills and legs, with a preference for habitats ranging from sandy beaches to mudflats and even agricultural fields. Marine representatives of this genus, such as the Semipalmated Plover and the Killdeer, are known for their migratory behavior, often traveling long distances between breeding and wintering grounds along coastlines and estuaries.

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