Killdeer Encounter

On the way to class this morning at the Clark Center on the WSUV campus, I walked right past a solitary killdeer.  He didn't move at all when I walked by, and I came within a few feet of him.  I stopped to watch his behavior for a few moments until he finally walked away and flew off.

I thought his behavior was rather strange...killdeer typically feed in fields in spaced out groups and never let anyone come close to them.  Perhaps they are going to be more friendly this year.

So, keep your eye out for our favorite plover!