Southern Red-breasted Plover vs Southern Lapwing
Charadrius obscurus compared with Vanellus chilensis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Southern Red-breasted Plover | Southern Lapwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Charadrius obscurus | Vanellus chilensis |
| Order | Charadriiformes | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Charadriidae | Charadriidae |
| Conservation Status | Critically Endangered | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 33.8 cm (13.3 in) | 45.2 cm (17.8 in) |
| Weight | 152.66666666666666 g (5.39 oz) | 291.5 g (10.28 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | 3-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Southern Red-breasted Plover only
Southern Lapwing only
None
Conservation Status
Critically Endangered
Southern Red-breasted Plover
Least Concern
Southern Lapwing
About These Birds
Southern Red-breasted Plover
Southern Red-breasted Plover: 20–23 cm, New Zealand endemic with brick-red underparts and white supercilium. Two populations: nominate on Stewart Island and southern coasts; aquilonius on Northland. Inhabits open beaches, estuaries, and short grazed turf. NT. Feeds on invertebrates. Sedentary resident. Declining from introduced predators.
Southern Lapwing
Southern Lapwing: 32–38 cm, the most familiar South American lapwing with a grey head, pinkish-grey upperparts, metallic green wing spurs, and a distinctive crest. Common resident from Colombia south to Patagonia in open grassland, farmland, and urban parks. Insectivorous. Highly vocal and territorial. Expanding its range northward.