It’s no secret that moms are basically the best.
No matter what species, mamas do everything they can to protect their little ones. This precious little Wilson’s plover knows a thing or two about that. While these birds only watch over their eggs for a short time, one photographer was able to capture a truly adorable clip of one taking a hilarious little seat on her babies.
First you’ll see the little nugget scuttling along in the background toward her nest.
![First you'll see the little nugget scuttling along in the background toward her nest.]()
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As she approaches, she takes stock of what’s happening at the roost to make sure everything’s okay.
![As she approaches, she takes stock of what's happening at the roost to make sure everything's okay.]()
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While the clip may be short and sweet, it’s definitely worth watching. Let it be your moment of zen.
Okay, how cute was that? I think I’ll watch it 40 more times.