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Lapwing (Vanellus vanellus) is a migratory bird and comes to us at the turn of February and March – early spring time. On the other hand, its first departures to wintering grounds take place in June, but the peak of migration falls on October and November. During migration, lapwings rest in fields, the exposed bottom of water reservoirs, or on sandy islands in river valleys. Starlings or Golden Plovers often join Lapwing flocks. These birds head to wintering grounds located in Western Europe and in the Mediterranean basin. Lapwing is an increasingly rare bird of the agricultural landscape. The number of this species is declining due to the increase in the intensification and chemicalization of agriculture (disappearance of pastures, drying of wet meadows, etc.). At the same time, too early mowing of meadows does not allow raising young offspring. In addition, the destruction of Lapwing nests by predators (cats, foxes, American minks, gray crows) is the cause of brood losses. Observation of Lapwing flocks in spring in Roztocze is an extraordinary spectacle that emphasizes the natural values ​​of this region.

 

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