American Golden Plover vs Spur-winged Lapwing
Pluvialis dominica compared with Vanellus spinosus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | American Golden Plover | Spur-winged Lapwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pluvialis dominica | Vanellus spinosus |
| Order | Charadriiformes | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Charadriidae | Charadriidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 36.4 cm (14.3 in) | 39.3 cm (15.5 in) |
| Weight | 154.33333333333334 g (5.44 oz) | 159.0 g (5.61 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-4 | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
American Golden Plover only
None
Spur-winged Lapwing only
None
Conservation Status
Least Concern
American Golden Plover
Least Concern
Spur-winged Lapwing
About These Birds
American Golden Plover
American Golden Plover (Pluvialis dominica) is a medium 24–28 cm plover and epic migrant. Golden-spotted brown above; bold black underparts and white flank stripe in breeding plumage. Breeds on Arctic tundra of Canada and Alaska; migrates to South American pampas, traveling up to 25,000 km annually via transoceanic routes.
Spur-winged Lapwing
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.