Yellow-wattled Lapwing
Yellow-wattled Lapwing (<em>Vanellus malabaricus</em>) is a species of Plovers (<em>Charadriidae</em>) in the order Shorebirds, Gulls and Alcids.
Overview
Yellow-wattled Lapwing (Vanellus malabaricus) is a species of Plovers (Charadriidae) in the order Shorebirds, Gulls and Alcids.
Scientific Classification
Genus: Vanellus; binomial: Vanellus malabaricus; authority: (Boddaert, 1783).
Distribution
Breeding range: the Oriental Region.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
Contra some recent sources, the correct original spelling is malabaricus. Species epithet malarbaricus is attributable to the reprint of Boddaert's Table des Planches and is an ISS. Reconfirmed by primary source verification (fide N. David; cf. H&M 4:206).
