Collared Pratincole

Collared Pratincole

Glareola pratincola

Least Concern

Aves · Charadriiformes · Glareolidae

About

The collared pratincole, also known as the common pratincole or red-winged pratincole, is a wader in the pratincole family, Glareolidae. As with other pratincoles, it is native to the Old World.

Fun Fact

Pratincoles are unusual among waders in that they typically hunt their insect prey on the wing like swallows, although they can also feed on the ground.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Prey on the wing like swallows, although they can also feed on the ground.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance