Kittlitz's Plover
Anarhynchus pecuarius
Least ConcernAves · Charadriiformes · Charadriidae
About
Kittlitz's plover is a small shorebird in the family Charadriidae that breeds near coastal and inland saltmarshes, sandy or muddy riverbanks or alkaline grasslands with short vegetation. It is native to much of Sub-Saharan Africa, the Nile Delta and Madagascar. It is thought to be mainly polygamous and has monomorphic plumage.
Fun Fact
In Madagascar, Kittlitz's plover is both a breeding resident and intra-island migrant and has been recorded mostly below 950 m, although it has been recorded at up to 1,400 m too.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in inland and coastal regions.
Diet
Feed on insects, especially beetles, insect larvae, spiders, small crustaceans and molluscs.
Lifespan
10 years
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance