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killdeer /ˈkɪldɪə /(also killdeer plover) noun A widespread American plover with a plaintive call that resembles its name.- Charadrius vociferus, family Charadriidae.
However, there were plenty of resident shorebirds hanging out in the lagoon as well, such as the American coot, killdeer, and American avocet....- Mallards, ring-necked ducks, killdeer, marbled godwits, and peregrine falcons settle in for the fall.
- In addition, killdeer, pipits and some shorebirds visit the grassy areas of landfills.
Origin Mid 18th century: imitative of its call. |