Killdeer
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The killdeer constructs nest on bare soil, gravel roads, or grass fields and lines it with grass, twigs, pebbles, and other debris.

Killdeer wings are 18 - 19 inches long, sharp, and angular.

In 24 to 28 days, killdeer chicks hatch with soft downy feathers.

Killdeer feign injury to lure predators away from their nests.

Killdeer lay between 3 and 5 eggs.