I can recall many years ago when I was a young lad attempting to catch Killdeer…seemed simple enough since it appeared to be hurt. As hard as I tried they always stayed a few steps ahead of me.
Later in life I found out that the Killdeer is the Master at using the “Broken Wing” act…this is done to lure predators away from the nest or young.
Killdeer can be found along beaches, mudflats and fields…as well as gravel driveways and parking lots.
They have the habit of running a few steps then stopping as they search of insects and worms.
So remember…if you come across a Killdeer don’t be fooled by its “Broken Wing Charade”.