River Lapwing

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River Lapwing (<em>Vanellus duvaucelii</em>) is a species of Plovers (<em>Charadriidae</em>) in the order Shorebirds, Gulls and Alcids.

Overview

River Lapwing (Vanellus duvaucelii) is a species of Plovers (Charadriidae) in the order Shorebirds, Gulls and Alcids.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Vanellus; binomial: Vanellus duvaucelii; authority: (Lesson, RP, 1826).

Distribution

Breeding range: the Oriental Region.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.

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