What kind of bird is a plover?

The héng bird refers to a type of bird that lives near coastal beaches, estuary wetlands and other waters. It is a medium-sized migratory bird that mainly feeds on insects, worms, small crustaceans and shellfish. They usually have long and thin beaks and long legs, and their feathers are mostly gray or brown, and there are many types.

Common shorebird species include:

1. Front Plover: It is a slightly larger plover with a gray body and black horizontal stripes on its wings. It is distributed in coastal areas around the world.

2. Black-winged Plover: It is a medium-sized plover with obvious black patches on its wings. It is distributed in Europe, Asia and Africa.

3. White-bellied Sandpiper: It is a smaller shorebird mainly distributed in North America, Europe and Asia.

4. Long-billed Plover: It is a kind of plover with extremely long beak. It is mainly distributed in coastal areas around the Arctic and Antarctic circles.

It is important to note that shorebirds may be called different names in different regions and contexts.

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