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Eurasian Dotterel
Eudromias morinellus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
29.5 cm
Weight
110.75 g
Family
Charadriidae
Order
Charadriiformes
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About
Eurasian Dotterel (Eudromias morinellus) is a medium 20–24 cm tundra plover. Breeding female strikingly colorful: chestnut belly, white breast band, and white supercilium. Males duller; females are the more brightly-colored sex in this reversed-role species. Breeds on high Arctic and mountain tundra; winters in Middle East and North Africa.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 29.5 cm | 11.6 in |
| Weight | 110.75 g | 3.91 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 23-29 days. Fledging: 25-30 days.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Charadriidae (Plovers & Lapwings) |
| Genus | Eudromias |
| Species | Eudromias morinellus |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Eurasian Dotterel endangered?
The Eurasian Dotterel has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Eurasian Dotterel nest?
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 23-29 days. Fledging: 25-30 days.
How big is the Eurasian Dotterel?
The Eurasian Dotterel has a wingspan of 29.5 cm, weight of 110.75 g.
What order and family does the Eurasian Dotterel belong to?
The Eurasian Dotterel (Eudromias morinellus) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Charadriidae.
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