The piping plover has been categorized as a federally threatened species. (Photo from DNREC)

‘Nomad’ Piping Plover returns to Delaware Shore after rehabilitation efforts

Jarek RutzHeadlines

The endangered piping plover is making a comeback. A coordinated rescue and rehabilitation effort involving state and federal agencies has returned a vulnerable piping plover to the Delaware coast, offering hope for the endangered shorebird species. The adult male plover, known to researchers as “Nomad” due to his distinctive band, was discovered unable to fly or walk at Fowler Beach …