Egyptian Plover
Pluvianus aegyptius
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<birdfyi-bird slug="pluvianus-aegyptius"></birdfyi-bird>The Egyptian Plover (Pluvianus aegyptius) is a bird species in the family Pluvianidae, within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 26 cm and a weight of 82.3 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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について
Egyptian Plover: 19–21 cm, strikingly patterned plover with black, grey, and white plumage and a bold black breast-band. Famous for alleged symbiotic relationship with crocodiles (historically unconfirmed). Resident along large sandy rivers of West and Central Africa. Buries eggs in sand to keep cool. Insectivorous. Sedentary.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| 翼開長 | 26.0 cm | 10.2 in |
| 体重 | 82.33333333333333 g | 2.90 oz |
保全状況
行動と繁殖
営巣
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 28-31 days. Fledging: 30-35 days.
一腹卵数
2-3
分類学
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| 目 | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| 科 | Pluvianidae |
| Genus | Pluvianus |
| 種 | Pluvianus aegyptius |
Distribution
Egyptian Plover has been recorded in 7 countries.
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