The Lapwing: A Small Bird That Fiercely Guards Its Nest and Gathers in Flocks in Autumn

The lapwing is a small bird known for the persistence with which it guards its nest. A Latvian publication on nature and animals describes it as a brave nest guardian and a master of tricks.

First to arrive, last to leave

Lapwings are among the birds that return in spring among the first and leave in autumn among the last. That is why they can still be spotted now, in October.

Where to look in autumn

When driving past fields, it is worth looking at stubble and ploughed land. Even large flocks of lapwings may be gathered in such places.

The source provides only this information; it gives no further details on bird numbers, behaviour or migration timing.