Nature On One - Lapwing
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What unique survival strategies do lapwings use?
In nature, it's not only the fittest that survive. Birds like the lapwing have to be clever too. They put their wing on the ground as if they're injured and they shuffle along, shuffle along. You follow them along and as soon as they get you away from their nest, they'll fly up into the air and they'll be gone again. Nature on One.
What cultural significance does the lapwing hold in Ireland?
Bank Holiday Monday from noon on RTE Radio 1 and the RTE Radio Player.
Oh, I can tell you you're in for a real treat. A wonderful documentary presented by Carla Goodman, all about the lapwing, thought to be Ireland's national bird, with a question mark. Is it the official national bird of Ireland? We'll find out next week.
What threats are contributing to the lapwing's endangered status?
I didn't know we had one, but some people say we have.
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