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Puna Plover
Charadrius alticola
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Least Concern
Envergure
23,5 cm
Poids
45,0 g
Famille
Charadriidae
Ordre
Charadriiformes
À propos
Puna Plover: 16–18 cm, small Andean plover with double black breast-bands and a rufous crown-patch. Resident on the puna (high Andean plateau) of Peru, Bolivia, and northern Argentina near saline lakes and stony shores at 3,500–5,000 m. Insectivorous. Sedentary high-altitude specialist. Often encountered in pairs.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 23,5 cm | 9.3 in |
| Poids | 45,0 g | 1.59 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Taille de la couvée
2-4
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Famille | Charadriidae (Plovers & Lapwings) |
| Genus | Charadrius |
| Espèces | Charadrius alticola |
Distribution
Puna Plover has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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External Databases
Foire aux questions
Is the Puna Plover endangered?
The Puna Plover has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Puna Plover?
The Puna Plover has a wingspan of 23.5 cm, weight of 45.0 g.
What order and family does the Puna Plover belong to?
The Puna Plover (Charadrius alticola) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Charadriidae.
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