Spot-breasted Lapwing

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Spot-breasted Lapwing (<em>Vanellus melanocephalus</em>) is a species of Plovers (<em>Charadriidae</em>) in the order Shorebirds, Gulls and Alcids.

Overview

Spot-breasted Lapwing (Vanellus melanocephalus) is a species of Plovers (Charadriidae) in the order Shorebirds, Gulls and Alcids.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Vanellus; binomial: Vanellus melanocephalus; authority: (Rüppell, 1845).

Distribution

Breeding range: Africa.

Conservation Status

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

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.

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