Lesser Sand Plover(Charadrius mongolus)

A very attractive male Lesser Sand Plover in a developing breeding plumage(soon it will be even more chestnut and 'rufous'). Not in the slightest bit shy or perturbed by my presence or my noisy shutter, this little chap was more than keen to strut his stuff and I got some lovely, clear shots of him. It is really great to be able to really look closely and see his plumage in detail. Great busy little bird!
The extra is an Oman special-a Blue Agama Lizard, a very unusual sight and yes, he really is that blue!