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Small numbers visit the Common during December to February. The plumage is coloured with various shades of brown. At close quarters, noticeable stripes will be observed on the back and crown. When disturbed it rises up and flies away rapidly and then quickly disappears in the undergrowth once more.
Haunt. Pepin`s Pond, Great Oaks streambed, also Central Bog.
Nest. The nest is made from grasses and is well hidden on the
ground.
Eggs. 4 are laid during April. The Pale olive eggs are brown
blotched.
Food. Worms and insects.
Notes. "chip-per, chip-per, chip-per."
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