Collared Pratincole
Collared Pratincole (<em>Glareola pratincola</em>) is a species of Coursers, Pratincoles (<em>Glareolidae</em>) in the order Shorebirds, Gulls and Alcids.
Overview
Collared Pratincole (Glareola pratincola) is a species of Coursers, Pratincoles (Glareolidae) in the order Shorebirds, Gulls and Alcids. A swallow-like wader with a forked tail and long wings, catching insects in flight over wetlands and dry plains; nests in scrapes on bare ground; long-distance migrant.
Scientific Classification
Genus: Glareola; binomial: Glareola pratincola; authority: (Linnaeus, 1766). Typical size: 24-28cm. Average lifespan: 5-10 years.
Distribution
Breeding range: Africa and the Palearctic. Non-breeding range: AF.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
No additional remarks recorded.
