killdeer broken-wing act

These birds will frequently use the "broken-wing act" to distract predators from their nests. This involves the bird walking away from its nesting area holding its wing in a position that simulates an injury and then flapping around on the ground emitting a distress call. The predators then think they have easy prey and are attracted to this seemingly injured bird and away from the nest. If the parent sees that a potential predator is not following them, they will move closer and get louder until they get the attention of the predator.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Killdeer

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[kmgbsn]

Wow, now I understand this bird! Just found out what kind of bird was nesting in our yard. It did this same crazy dance. Now I realize what it was doing. Thanks!

[seaphd]

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