1. Exciting news! Tamil Nadu's 17th bird sanctuary has been officially declared at Nanjarayan in Tirupur district by the government.|
2. Exciting news! Tamil Nadu's 17th bird sanctuary has been officially declared at Nanjarayan in Tirupur district by the government.|
"Exciting news! Tamil Nadu's 17th bird sanctuary has been officially declared at Nanjarayan in Tirupur district by the government.
Chief Minister M K Stalin announced on Twitter
Kentish Plover, a delightful bird that loves to dance on the sandy shores! These small plovers have lovely soft feathers, ranging from pale gray to sandy brown, which help them blend in perfectly with the beach.
You can often find them near coastal areas and sandy beaches.
What's really interesting about Kentish Plovers is their playful behavior.
They're like tiny ballet dancers, often seen darting in and out of the waves, hunting for small creatures in the sand, and performing graceful dances on the shore.
They also create shallow scrapes in the sand for their nests and are protective parents.
Kentish Plovers have sweet, high-pitched calls that sound like they're saying "tink-tink.
" These calls are their way of talking to each other while they explore the beach.
So, next time you visit the seaside, keep an eye out for these charming birds, and you'll witness their beachside ballet and hear their friendly chatter, adding a touch of magic to your coastal adventures.
Small plover with sandy-brown plumage, white underparts, and a black mask.
Commonly found on sandy beaches, mudflats, and coastal areas.
Feeds on insects, crustaceans, and small mollusks, foraging along the shoreline.
Known for its rapid movements and high-pitched calls.