Spur-winged Lapwing
Vanellus spinosus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="vanellus-spinosus"></birdfyi-bird>À propos
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.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 39,3 cm | 15.5 in |
| Poids | 159,0 g | 5.61 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 22-24 days. Fledging: 49-56 days.
Taille de la couvée
2-4
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Famille | Charadriidae (Plovers & Lapwings) |
| Genus | Vanellus |
| Espèces | Vanellus spinosus |
Distribution
Spur-winged Lapwing has been recorded in 8 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Charadriidae family