Oriental Plover vs Andean Lapwing
Charadrius veredus compared with Vanellus resplendens
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Oriental Plover | Andean Lapwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Charadrius veredus | Vanellus resplendens |
| Order | Charadriiformes | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Charadriidae | Charadriidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 31.7 cm (12.5 in) | 43.5 cm (17.1 in) |
| Weight | 87.35 g (3.08 oz) | 211.5 g (7.46 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 3-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Oriental Plover
Least Concern
Andean 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.
Andean Lapwing
Andean Lapwing: 29–32 cm, large lapwing of the high Andes with grey head, white supercilium, metallic green upperparts, and red-and-yellow bill. Resident on puna grassland, bogs, and lake margins from Colombia to northern Argentina at 3,000–4,800 m. Insectivorous. Sedentary high-altitude specialist. Often encountered near Andean wetlands.