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Originally Posted by glsammy  I've always wondered how they got their name, having watched them, I think it's because they lap round and round, over and over again!  |
"Did you know?
During flight, the alternating white then black of the flapping wings may have given the bird its name. It derives from the Old English word 'hleapewince', which means 'leap with a flicker in it'."
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BBC - Wales - Lapwings
Thanks glsammy. Thought this might be of interest. And thanks Gill. Yes, I suppose that's what makes most birds take to flight. Something disturbs them. Why didn't I think of that!!!!!
I've been trying to upload some photos but it looks like the system has changed???? Can't get the reference number up to copy and paste. Will keep trying.
Thanks again Madz