Northern Lapwing
Vanellus vanellus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="vanellus-vanellus"></birdfyi-bird>The Northern Lapwing (Vanellus vanellus) is a bird species in the family Charadriidae (regenpfeifer und kiebitze), within the order Charadriiformes (watvögel und möwen). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 44.5 cm and a weight of 223 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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Northern Lapwing: 28–33 cm, wingspan 67–87 cm. Iconic Eurasian lapwing with an iridescent green back, wispy crest, and broad rounded wings giving a floppy flight. Breeds on farmland and wet grassland; winters in southern Europe, North Africa, and South Asia. Feeds on invertebrates. Widespread but declining. NT.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Flügelspannweite | 44,5 cm | 17.5 in |
| Gewicht | 223,0 g | 7.87 oz |
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Nest type: SC. Incubation: 21-28 days. Fledging: 35-42 days.
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Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordnung | Charadriiformes (Watvögel und Möwen) |
| Familie | Charadriidae (Regenpfeifer und Kiebitze) |
| Genus | Vanellus |
| Arten | Vanellus vanellus |
Distribution
Northern Lapwing has been recorded in 7 countries.
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