Blacksmith Lapwing

Vanellus armatus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Charadriiformes · Charadriidae

About

The blacksmith lapwing or blacksmith plover is a lapwing species that occurs commonly from Kenya through central Tanzania to southern and southwestern Africa. The vernacular name derives from the repeated metallic 'tink, tink, tink' alarm call, which suggests a blacksmith's hammer striking an anvil.

Fun Fact

The vernacular name derives from the repeated metallic 'tink, tink, tink' alarm call, which suggests a blacksmith's hammer striking an anvil.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Feeds on aquatic and terrestrial invertebrates.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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