Killdeer Shorebird on Sandy Beach Habitat
Saturday, January 24th, 2026 at 11:38:51 PM · 2026/Drakes Beach Elephant Seal Pups
This photograph captures a killdeer shorebird in its natural coastal habitat, standing on sandy, sparsely vegetated ground. The bird's characteristic brown upperparts and white underparts are clearly visible, along with its diagnostic double black breast bands and white collar markings. The setting features a mix of dried grasses, sandy soil, and scattered vegetation typical of coastal dune environments. The image was taken at Drakes Beach, likely in Point Reyes National Seashore, where these ground-nesting plovers are commonly found.
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