And here’s a wild fact: they can actually breathe while staying still by pumping water over their gills using cheek muscles—it's called buccal pumping
and natural beauty – a must-see for anyone visiting the Northern Territory
but the breeding male is impossible to miss
and a vivid red wattle hanging from its neck
looking like a twig with eyes
Eastern Curlew (feeding) | Unisex Heavy Blend™ Crewneck Color:Navy And here’s a wild fact:The Far Eastern Curlew, with its long, curved beak and striking plumage, is a bird that knows how to make an entrance! Found across the coastal regions of eastern Asia and Australia, this wader migrates long distances, covering up to 10,000 kilometers between its breeding and non breeding habitats. It feeds in shallow mudflats, using its bill to probe for crabs, worms, and shellfishdelicacies that keep it fueled for its epic journey. Despite its size,