Oriental Plover vs Southern Lapwing
Charadrius veredus compared with Vanellus chilensis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Oriental Plover | Southern Lapwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Charadrius veredus | Vanellus chilensis |
| Order | Charadriiformes | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Charadriidae | Charadriidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 31.7 cm (12.5 in) | 45.2 cm (17.8 in) |
| Weight | 87.35 g (3.08 oz) | 291.5 g (10.28 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 3-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Oriental Plover
Least Concern
Southern Lapwing
About These Birds
Oriental Plover
Oriental Plover: 22–25 cm, tall long-legged plover with a broad chestnut breast in breeding male, white supercilium, and erect posture. Breeds in Mongolia and northern China; migrates to Australia via Southeast Asia, wintering on open dry grassland and stubble fields. Long-distance migrant. Insectivorous. Large flocks at staging areas.
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.