Banded Lapwing
Vanellus tricolor
Least ConcernAves · Charadriiformes · Charadriidae
About
The banded lapwing is a small to medium-sized shorebird, found in small parties or large flocks on bare ground in open grasslands, agricultural land and open savannah. It is native to Australia and in the past considered as a game bird for hunting. Population estimate is 25 000 - 1 000 000. Other names include banded, black-breasted, brown flock and plain plover.
Fun Fact
The movement of the banded lapwing whilst breeding is almost exclusively inland and away from wetlands banded lapwings are monogamous and breeds usually once a year throughout its normal distribution range.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in northern Australia and are uncommon in most coastal areas and they are not dependent on wetlands and may live far away from water.
Diet
Feed on seeds, insects including worms, ants, termites, beetles, cockroaches, grasshoppers, crickets and caterpillars.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance