American Golden Plover vs Crowned Lapwing
Pluvialis dominica compared with Vanellus coronatus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | American Golden Plover | Crowned Lapwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pluvialis dominica | Vanellus coronatus |
| Order | Charadriiformes | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Charadriidae | Charadriidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 36.4 cm (14.3 in) | 39.4 cm (15.5 in) |
| Weight | 154.33333333333334 g (5.44 oz) | 157.25 g (5.55 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-4 | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
American Golden Plover only
Crowned Lapwing only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
American Golden Plover
Least Concern
Crowned 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.
Crowned Lapwing
Crowned Lapwing: 29–31 cm, conspicuous lapwing with a white crown-ring surrounding a black cap, red legs, and loud raucous calls. Common resident of open short grassland, airports, and sports fields across eastern and southern Africa. Insectivorous. Highly vocal, aggressive near nest. Benefits from habitat modification. Sedentary.