Andean Lapwing vs Spur-winged Lapwing
Vanellus resplendens compared with Vanellus spinosus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Andean Lapwing | Spur-winged Lapwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Vanellus resplendens | Vanellus spinosus |
| Order | Charadriiformes | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Charadriidae | Charadriidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 43.5 cm (17.1 in) | 39.3 cm (15.5 in) |
| Weight | 211.5 g (7.46 oz) | 159.0 g (5.61 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-4 | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Andean Lapwing
Least Concern
Spur-winged Lapwing
About These Birds
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.
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.