This Wildlife Wednesday we follow a killdeer family through the stages of nesting and raising young. This bird is known for it's "killdeer" shrill cry and for pretending to be hurt to draw predators away from it's nest and young. Watch this incredible closeup video a killdeer nest as the young start a new life. | Nevada Department of Wildlife

Two weeks ago, we shared a story about a baby killdeer who had been found without his parents… Now, we have a happy update to share! Like the two gosling siblings in yesterday’s post, the small but mighty orphan has a new family! On a bright Thursday afternoon, Ann released the tiny patient into the wild. The long-time TWC volunteer watched patiently as the baby let out several loud peeps. Nearby, a mother killdeer, with five little ones of her own, heard the distressed calls and came running. W