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Red kneed Dotterel: redkneeddotterel ::
Red kneed Dotterel
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Red kneed Dotterel
Size: 18cm
Habitat: Wide spread throughout Australia excepting our most arid regions. Frequently found on the edges of swamps, lagoons and creeks. Feeds on small insects, worms and other creatures inhabiting the waters edge.
Notes: Head and body brown with white chin and throat, wings brown, knees and beak red. Breeds Spring.
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