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Re: Lapwing bill color mystery

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Jim Stasz

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Maryland Birds & Birding

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Sat, 5 Mar 2005 09:54:42 EST

Hi Folks!

I don't know about Northern Lapwings, but many species molting into high 
breeding plumage show bill colors that are not typical for the rest of the season. 
 Laughing Gulls and Cattle Egrets get bright red bills for about 2 weeks at 
the onset of breeding season.  This is not illustrated in any guide.

Good Birding!

Jim

Jim Stasz
North Beach MD