Family Burhinidae (Stone-curlews / Thick-knees)

Known as Stone-curlews, and sometimes Thick-knees, the family Burhinidae are large, plover-like waders with cryptic plumage.

2 species photographed. See the Australian birds list.

Bush Stone-curlew Burhinus grallarius

Bush Stone-curlew
Bush Stone-curlew

Beach Stone-curlew Esacus magnirostris

Beach Stone-curlew
Beach Stone-curlew
Beach Stone-curlew
Beach Stone-curlew