alleryHow does a plover lead predators away from its nest?
ABuilds a decoy mound
BBuries its eggs
CSings loudly at night
DFakes a broken wing
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Fakes a broken wing
1. Ground birds have exposed nests.
2. Plovers may use a broken wing display.
3. The act distracts predators away from the nest.
_Source: Wikipedia, Bird nest, Nest protection and sanitation_
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