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  1. Red-capped Plover

    Red-capped Plover

  2. A wee beauty

    A wee beauty

    Ken went a bit quiet and furtive, wandering around without speaking to me for a few minutes. I'd no idea what he was up to until he suddenly indicated that I should join him. All then became clear.... he'd found what he was hoping for! Looking down from the top of a dune was a delightful...
  3. Wee cutie

    Wee cutie

    Finally we got onto the beach proper and it was only minutes before Ken picked out one of his main targets for me.... this gorgeous Red-capped Plover and another Lifer for the day. I managed to follow him for several minutes while he gradually got a bit closer, but I still needed a good zoom...
  4. Red-capped Plover

    Red-capped Plover

  5. Red-capped Plover & Sharp-tailed Sandpiper

    Red-capped Plover & Sharp-tailed Sandpiper

    I think they are Sharp-tail Sandpipers, these birds are never easy to ID.
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