There were four chicks hatched by Monty and Rose, Chicago’s famous Piping Plover pair. Alas one three appear to have survived as of 6/23/20. They all stayed far away from the perimeter fence, where were were allowed to view from.
Piping Plover
Country United States
State Illinois
Location Montrose Beach, Chicago
Gender Unknown
Age Chick
Activity Feeding Young, In or By Water
Rare (For the Location)? Yes
- Created Timestamp06/23/2020 09:02:16
- CameraCanon EOS 7D Mark II
- Aperture8
- Focal Length400
- Iso125
- Shutter Speed1/500
The chicks are so adorable. I’ve only seen them in other people’s videos and photos, but I love the way they stretch their little wings and run around.