An Egyptian Plover stands poised along a sunlit riverbank — this striking and elusive species is famed for its unique nesting habits and symbolic status across African cultures. © Mathieu Bally Guardians of the Sand – Protecting the Egyptian Plover Along the Niger River A look into one of West Africa’s least known yet most striking shorebirds – and the local-led conservation efforts keeping it off the brink. Conservation The Ornithologist 2 Jun 2025 — 2 min read
