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lesser sand plover

Birds of Namibia

Introduction: Lesser sand plovers (Charadrius mongolus) inhabit sandy beaches and mudflats associated with estuaries. Sand dunes close to the coast also double up as a high tide roosting location. Observations with this species feeding and roosting with other waders such as the greater sand plover and white-fronted plover are common.

Distribution: Vagrant to Swakopmund and Walvis Bay and Etosha National Park.

Diet: Forages by run-stop-search method to peck quickly for worms and small crabs, the latter being taken apart before being eaten.

Description: Small plover with characteristic black and white head pattern and breast bands.

Breeding: Palearctic migrant breeders.

Size: 20cm. Weight: 55g. Wingspan: 55cm.

Alte Brucke

A centerally located self catering lodge & campsite

Alternative Space

An art gallery turned guest house - the Space is truly alternative and worth a visit if you are interested in philosophical conversation, innovative thinking and staying somewhere out of the norm.

Atlantic Villa

Offers a variety of suites, luxury rooms and self catering units. Ideal for the business traveller or holiday maker

Beach Lodge

Top location, right on the beach. Has some limited self catering facilities

Brigadoon Cottages

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Cornerstone Guesthouse: An der Mole & Atlantik Sicht self-catering apartments

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F1 Waterfront Estate

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Meike's Guest House

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Paua Self Catering Units

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Sandcastle Apartments

A choice of four fully equipped self-catering units.

Sophia Dale

Campsites and self catering bungalows in the Swakop River about 12km from town

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