Under/Over The Boardwalk ~ Endangered Piping Plover Chick

Parent Piping Plover (See detail below)

Edge of walkway.

Under/Over The Boardwalk ~ Endangered Piping Plover Chick by William Dalton.

This Piping Plover Chick (endangered) was one of two that hatched 7 days ago. The parents (one in background and below) chase after them constantly as their little ones scurry across the beach in search of food. Piping Plover chicks are not fed by the adults! From the moment they hatch they're on their own for food. However the adults fearsly guard them (see EBird cool fact) as their chicks move in & out of the dunes onto the beach to feed. This one is on top of a very busy beach walkway. It also tried to go under it!

Cool Fact from EBird:
Intruders near a Piping Plover nest are chased and may be pecked or bitten. In Manitoba, one Killdeer was observed entering a Piping Plover territory where it was bitten so hard on the leg that it limped for the rest of the summer.

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William Dalton says:

Chick's Parent

Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

dbarronoss says:

They don't look that ferocious :)
I always am amazed at the chicks that have to care and feed themselves from the moment of hatch, versus the ones that stay in a nest for weeks. I know there's a term for that...but I can't remember.
Nice shot of the chick and the parent
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

Dave*B says:

nice pic, and enjoyable narrative as always.
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

Jeanie's Pics says:

fantastic shots!
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

ucb411 says:

Awesome shots!
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

mveaches says:

That little one looks like the cutest little thing ever
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

m. geven says:

Great shot of a beautiful chick. Sadly they are endangered!
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

rowrlm says:

It's amazing you find all these endangered shots and eduate us like you do!! The little one is just adorable, Bill. So sweet looking!
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

rebelxtned says:

Flying feathers coming in soon...
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

sam3497 says:

very cute! awesome shot
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

bigguy14 says:

bill , these are very nice images
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

parttimedogfish says:

That is the cutest thing ever
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

Harrier says:

That has to be the cutest bird photo I have ever seen. Instant fave, Bill!
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

ChicaD58 (computer problems) says:

So adorable! Very interesting reading about this species... hearbreaking to learn they, like so many others, are endangered. Thanks for sharing such a beautiful picture!

I saw this great photo on
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Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

imagepeace says:

never seen a baby one.....it's the cutest thing!
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

J Gilbert says:

Hope you emptied all the beer bottles. Nice photos.
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

CritterQueen says:

And I thought killdeer chicks were cute! How ADORABLE! Awesome shot!
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

deerluvr says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called VOICES IN THE WILDERNESS: A Prayer for Wild Things, and we'd love to have this added to the group!

I wish them all the luck in the world! it's a dangerous out there! and I sure hope they have better luck then the 4 up here on Wasaga Beach:-( a beautiful capture of this little treasure!
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

helenabraga says:

Flying high with this beautiful bird!

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Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

ragdaddy says:

Amazing narative. I didn't know there was any creature that didn't feed it's young. What a cute little critter and a GREAT photo.
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

pbr-angel says:

That is just the cutest little thing ever!!!
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

goingslo says:

Your wonderful photos should inspire others to become aware of and care for this endangered species. Let's hope!
You're certainly doing your part. Again...these are outstanding photos.
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

sacipere says:

Flying high with this beautiful bird!

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Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

Dzwjedziak says:

Simply PERFECT!!
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

aremac says:

I agree with Dzwjedziak!
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

Edgar Thissen says:

Ooh, too too too cute! What a stunning capture!

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Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

zezinhaa says:

Awesome capture and lovely shot! fantastic tones and beauiful composition! :)

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Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

mg2green says:

Awesome shot of this little guy--

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Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

Tonya Ashe says:

Soooooo Cute!
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

sandy'seyeview says:

wow this isFabukous such detail. and your narrative is just superb
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

Flying Fin says:

great - and tack sharp - capture Bill. I hope all's well on your end these days. Seems so judging by your recent uploads (nicely done all round)
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

Tony-H says:

So fragile and vulnerable .. let's hope he makes it through the year :-)
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

makeupanid says:

How'd I miss this? Glad you posted to FF
It's ADORABLE! lookat those legs!
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

jcowboy says:

Very cute! Delightful capture!
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

gimlack says:

Great capture. A real cutie.
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

Hard-Rain says:

Amazing ground level shot of this rare bird!
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

linsimages says:

Extraordinary .... So very sweet... Well Done!
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

Crazy Kernow says:

It is such a shame that these little fellows are an endangered species, thanks for sharing these images
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

Our Precious Memories says:

So precious!!! Wonderful capture Bill!!!!
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

omarrun says:

Great shot. Looks to have an empty stomage .
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Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

grass.hopper says:

so adorable!!!

Happy Feathery Friday.
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

gustaf wallen says:

Tiny size with mighty beauty.

just A

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Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

angieclark2008 says:

great shot! what a joy to view!
Posted 19 months ago. ( permalink )

Don Delaney says:

Great shots!
Posted 19 months ago. ( permalink )

abnogueir says:

wow a great shot here
Posted 19 months ago. ( permalink )

emdot says:

this is the cutest thing ever.
Posted 19 months ago. ( permalink )

Henry McLin says:

Sublime.
Posted 19 months ago. ( permalink )

Jamuudsen says:

Great to see that yours are up and about. Most of the chicks that hatched in my part of the world were killed by heavy hail this summer. I'm crossing my fingers for the survivors.
Posted 19 months ago. ( permalink )

Clyde Barrett says:

Awesome shot... adorable little guy/gal.
Posted 19 months ago. ( permalink )

mari.. (still bit busy) says:

So tiny! Wonderful shot!
Posted 19 months ago. ( permalink )

ifido says:

oh my goodness
Posted 19 months ago. ( permalink )

Amy Lloyd says:

oh my! that is adorable!!!!!!
Posted 19 months ago. ( permalink )

october blue says:

wonderful !!
Posted 19 months ago. ( permalink )

Rosiecheeks says:

Great shot of this little one. Great proof that the protection is working!
Posted 19 months ago. ( permalink )

hopefoote says:

Gah!! So CUTE!!!!
Posted 19 months ago. ( permalink )

KrysiaB says:

Unbelievably cute! Great shot well done!
Posted 19 months ago. ( permalink )

Ian Mc1 says:

Baby shorebirds are so cute and this is a perfect example.
Posted 19 months ago. ( permalink )

hapa*photo says:

Priceless!!!
Posted 19 months ago. ( permalink )

Christine81566 in and out says:

Too darn cute...great capture!
Posted 19 months ago. ( permalink )

scullywho says:

the chick just looks so fragile and vulnerable...beautiful..
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

Lucy VonDutch says:

pretty much the cutest bird i have ever seen
Posted 17 months ago. ( permalink )

allr1 says:

This just melts my heart into a puddle.
A wonderful photograph !
Posted 17 months ago. ( permalink )

bee in the belfry says:

that chick has some long legs
Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

Janet 59 says:

What a fabulous little bird!! Great photo.
Posted 13 months ago. ( permalink )

SunStones says:

he is so cute!
Posted 13 months ago. ( permalink )

MarDodd says:

I just love these little guys.
Very nice capture. They move so fast!
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