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Oriental Plover
Charadrius veredus
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Least Concern
Envergure
31,7 cm
Poids
87,35 g
Famille
Charadriidae
Ordre
Charadriiformes
À propos
Oriental Plover: 22–25 cm, tall long-legged plover with a broad chestnut breast in breeding male, white supercilium, and erect posture. Breeds in Mongolia and northern China; migrates to Australia via Southeast Asia, wintering on open dry grassland and stubble fields. Long-distance migrant. Insectivorous. Large flocks at staging areas.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 31,7 cm | 12.5 in |
| Poids | 87,35 g | 3.08 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Famille | Charadriidae (Plovers & Lapwings) |
| Genus | Charadrius |
| Espèces | Charadrius veredus |
Distribution
Oriental Plover has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Oriental Plover endangered?
The Oriental Plover has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Oriental Plover?
The Oriental Plover has a wingspan of 31.7 cm, weight of 87.35 g.
What order and family does the Oriental Plover belong to?
The Oriental Plover (Charadrius veredus) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Charadriidae.
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