Crowned Lapwing
Vanellus coronatus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="vanellus-coronatus"></birdfyi-bird>The Crowned Lapwing (Vanellus coronatus) is a bird species in the family Charadriidae (plovers & lapwings), within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 39.4 cm and a weight of 157.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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소개
Crowned Lapwing: 29–31 cm, conspicuous lapwing with a white crown-ring surrounding a black cap, red legs, and loud raucous calls. Common resident of open short grassland, airports, and sports fields across eastern and southern Africa. Insectivorous. Highly vocal, aggressive near nest. Benefits from habitat modification. Sedentary.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| 날개 폭 | 39.4 cm | 15.5 in |
| 체중 | 157.25 g | 5.55 oz |
Habitat & Range
보전 상태
행동 및 번식
둥지
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 28-32 days. Fledging: 28 days.
산란 수
2-4
분류학
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| 목 | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| 과 | Charadriidae (Plovers & Lapwings) |
| Genus | Vanellus |
| 종 | Vanellus coronatus |
Distribution
Crowned Lapwing has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Charadriidae family