Northern lapwing in wetlands flooded meadow in water during spring migration

Lapwing | The Wildlife Trusts

Lapwing feeding in flooded meadows during spring migration in early morning light

• Lapwings • You’ll find lapwings sweeping low over farmland, wetlands, and upland grass parks, especially in spring when their aerial displays turn very eye catching Their eerie “pee-wit” cry echoes across the landscape, giving them one of their many names the ‘Peewit’ While numbers have sadly decreased over the years, mainly due to habitat loss, predation and wetland loss. It is incredibly encouraging that our keepers are still seeing healthy numbers. This alone highlights how well managed moo

Two adorable baby Masked Lapwings were safely retrieved from a drain, thanks to the quick and dedicated efforts of our team. These little ones were carefully dried off and comforted, waiting patiently for their mother who had flown away during the rescue efforts. After some anxious moments, their mother returned, and the family was joyfully reunited. 🌟💚 A huge shoutout to Greg and Holly for capturing this beautiful moment on camera, showcasing the love and dedication involved in wildlife rescu