Great Thick-knee is an uncommon breeding
resident in the dry lowlands. It inhabits large tank edges, lagoons and
estuaries. It is nocturnal and crepuscular in habit while resting in open areas
during the day time. Usually it encounters as pairs or small flocks. It feeds
on insects, crabs, worms and mollusks. Breeding season lasts from January to
August and lays one or two eggs on ground generally not far from water.
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