Killdeer Standing Alert on Muddy Ground
Saturday, January 24th, 2026 at 11:38:25 PM · 2026/Drakes Beach Elephant Seal Pups
This wildlife photograph captures a killdeer in its natural habitat, standing on dark, muddy ground with visible tire tracks or disturbances in the soil. The bird displays its characteristic brown back, white breast with dark double breast bands, and white collar ring. The foreground is slightly out of focus with dried grasses, creating depth in the composition. The muddy, disturbed terrain suggests a recently wet or tidal area, typical of shorebird habitats. The bird appears alert, possibly near its nesting area, as killdeer are known to nest on bare ground.
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