Black-winged Lapwing
Vanellus melanopterus
Conservation Status
Least ConcernAves · Charadriiformes · Charadriidae
About
The black-winged lapwing or greater black-winged lapwing is an east African species that is found from the Ethiopian highlands in the north to central Kenya, and again at middle to coastal elevations in eastern South Africa. It is a habitat specialist of short grass in well-watered temperate grasslands. They may move about locally to find ideal situations, often at night. In their tightly grouped flying flocks they resemble plovers.
Fun Fact
It is a habitat specialist of short grass in well-watered temperate grasslands.
Quick Facts
Habitat
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Diet
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Lifespan
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Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance
External Data Sources
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