This week’s patient is Charlie, an adorable baby Masked Lapwing (commonly known as a plover). Charlie fell into a drain and was found when members of the public heard his cries. Little Charlie was rescued and admitted to Currumbin Wildlife Hospital where he was given a clean bill of health by our veterinary team. Plovers like to nest in open areas as a natural defence so they can see predators coming. These nesting sites are often on roundabouts, on nature strips between roads and in car parks i

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The Masked Lapwing, also known as the Spur-winged Plover, is a distinctive bird native to New Zealand, Australia and New Guinea. Its striking appearance includes a black crown and throat, with a white face and belly. Notably, it has a yellow wattle covering its face. The species is renowned for its loud, distinctive call and its aggressive behavior, especially during nesting season when it fiercely defends its territory. Despite its bold demeanor, the Masked Lapwing is a fascinating and adaptabl