Saint Helena Plover
Charadrius sanctaehelenae
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Saint Helena Plover: 15–16 cm, critically endangered plover endemic to Saint Helena island in the South Atlantic. Locally called 'wirebird' for its thin legs. Restricted to open semi-arid flax-and-pasture plateau of central Saint Helena. Insectivorous. Fewer than 350 individuals. CR. Threatened by cats, habitat change, and drought.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 22.3 cm | 8.8 in |
| Weight | 48.65 g | 1.72 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SC.
Clutch Size
1-2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Charadriidae (Plovers & Lapwings) |
| Genus | Charadrius |
| Species | Charadrius sanctaehelenae |
Distribution
Saint Helena Plover has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Charadriidae family