The Crowned Lapwing, or Kiewitje {Slephatiibyx coronalus)^ is one of 



Nature's most efficient policemen of the veld. 

 The Curlew {Numenius arquatus) frequents the sea beach, marshes, 



mud flats, and tidal rivers, and feeds on insects, worms, and 



Crustacea. It often ventures inland, and may be seen searching 



for insects on the veld. 



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