Yellow-wattled Lapwing
Vanellus malabaricus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="vanellus-malabaricus"></birdfyi-bird>The Yellow-wattled Lapwing (Vanellus malabaricus) is a bird species in the family Charadriidae (plovers & lapwings), within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 38.5 cm and a weight of 155.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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حول
Yellow-wattled Lapwing: 26–28 cm, sandy-brown Indian lapwing with a black cap, large yellow facial wattles, and yellow legs. Endemic to the Indian subcontinent, resident in dry open scrub, fallow fields, and stony ground. Feeds on insects and small invertebrates. Sedentary. Characteristic dry-country species.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| طول الجناح | 38,5 cm | 15.2 in |
| الوزن | 155,5 g | 5.49 oz |
Habitat & Range
حالة الحفاظ
السلوك والتكاثر
التعشيش
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 26-30 days. Fledging: 32 days.
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التصنيف
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| الرتبة | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| الفصيلة | Charadriidae (Plovers & Lapwings) |
| Genus | Vanellus |
| الأنواع | Vanellus malabaricus |
Distribution
Yellow-wattled Lapwing has been recorded in 1 countries.
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External Databases
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Charadriidae family