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Magellanic Plover
Pluvianellus socialis
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Vulnerable
Envergure
27,1 cm
Poids
84,375 g
Famille
Pluvianellidae
Ordre
Charadriiformes
À propos
Magellanic Plover (Pluvianellus socialis) is a unique 19–21 cm plover-like bird of Patagonian shores, sole member of family Pluvianellidae. Grey above, white below with pinkish-red legs and eye. Inhabits remote stony lakeshores and beaches in southern Argentina and Chile, wintering at coastal estuaries.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 27,1 cm | 10.7 in |
| Poids | 84,375 g | 2.98 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: SC. Fledging: 28-30 days.
Taille de la couvée
2
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Famille | Pluvianellidae |
| Genus | Pluvianellus |
| Espèces | Pluvianellus socialis |
Distribution
Magellanic Plover has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Magellanic Plover endangered?
The Magellanic Plover has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Magellanic Plover nest?
Nest type: SC. Fledging: 28-30 days.
How big is the Magellanic Plover?
The Magellanic Plover has a wingspan of 27.1 cm, weight of 84.375 g.
What order and family does the Magellanic Plover belong to?
The Magellanic Plover (Pluvianellus socialis) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Pluvianellidae.