Spur-winged Lapwing
Vanellus spinosus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="vanellus-spinosus"></birdfyi-bird>The Spur-winged Lapwing (Vanellus spinosus) is a bird species in the family Charadriidae (plovers & lapwings), within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 39.3 cm and a weight of 159 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
Spur-winged Lapwing: 25–28 cm, slim lapwing with black cap, black breast-band, white cheeks, and prominent wing spur. Breeds across North Africa and the Middle East; also resident in sub-Saharan Africa. Inhabits sandy riverbanks, lake margins, and irrigated farmland. Insectivorous. Partial migrant in northern populations.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 39.3 cm | 15.5 in |
| Weight | 159.0 g | 5.61 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 22-24 days. Fledging: 49-56 days.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Charadriidae (Plovers & Lapwings) |
| Genus | Vanellus |
| Species | Vanellus spinosus |
Distribution
Spur-winged Lapwing has been recorded in 8 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Charadriidae family