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River Lapwing
Vanellus duvaucelii
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
38.9 cm
Weight
164.0 g
Family
Charadriidae
Order
Charadriiformes
About
River Lapwing: 29–32 cm, South Asian lapwing with a black cap, pendent crest, white sides to the neck, and wing spurs. Resident along sandy riverbanks and gravel bars of major rivers in India, Bangladesh, and mainland Southeast Asia. Feeds on invertebrates. Declining due to river sand-mining. NT.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 38.9 cm | 15.3 in |
| Weight | 164.0 g | 5.78 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 22-24 days.
Clutch Size
4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Charadriidae (Plovers & Lapwings) |
| Genus | Vanellus |
| Species | Vanellus duvaucelii |
Distribution
River Lapwing has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the River Lapwing endangered?
The River Lapwing has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the River Lapwing nest?
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 22-24 days.
How big is the River Lapwing?
The River Lapwing has a wingspan of 38.9 cm, weight of 164.0 g.
What order and family does the River Lapwing belong to?
The River Lapwing (Vanellus duvaucelii) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Charadriidae.
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