Saint Helena Plover vs Southern Lapwing
Charadrius sanctaehelenae compared with Vanellus chilensis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Saint Helena Plover | Southern Lapwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Charadrius sanctaehelenae | Vanellus chilensis |
| Order | Charadriiformes | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Charadriidae | Charadriidae |
| Conservation Status | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 22.3 cm (8.8 in) | 45.2 cm (17.8 in) |
| Weight | 48.65 g (1.72 oz) | 291.5 g (10.28 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-2 | 3-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
Saint Helena Plover
Least Concern
Southern Lapwing
About These Birds
Saint Helena Plover
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.
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.