How many killdeer chicks did you see grow up this year?

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Killdeer are plovers that often live away from the seashore. They mostly live in north and south America with a small population in Great Britain. The chicks are very small and covered with down and can run a few hours after hatching. They're so cute! I saw 5 teeny-tiny chicks and heard 6, but I saw 8 chicks reach flying age. A lot of the U.S. was very hot and dry this year, so I think many killdeer and their chicks died. :(