Black-winged Lapwing

Black-winged Lapwing

Vanellus melanopterus

Least Concern

Aves · 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