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Water Thick-knee
Burhinus vermiculatus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
39.2 cm
Weight
315.0 g
Family
Burhinidae
Order
Charadriiformes
About
Water Thick-knee (Burhinus vermiculatus) is a medium 38–41 cm stone-curlew of sub-Saharan African waterways. Grey-brown above with fine vermiculations; bold white supercilium; large yellow eye; greenish-yellow legs. Inhabits sandy riverbanks, lake shores, and coastal mudflats.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 39.2 cm | 15.4 in |
| Weight | 315.0 g | 11.11 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 24 days.
Clutch Size
1-2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Burhinidae |
| Genus | Burhinus |
| Species | Burhinus vermiculatus |
Distribution
Water Thick-knee has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Water Thick-knee endangered?
The Water Thick-knee has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Water Thick-knee nest?
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 24 days.
How big is the Water Thick-knee?
The Water Thick-knee has a wingspan of 39.2 cm, weight of 315.0 g.
What order and family does the Water Thick-knee belong to?
The Water Thick-knee (Burhinus vermiculatus) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Burhinidae.
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Senegal Thick-knee
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