Sociable Lapwing
NameSociable Lapwing
Common NameSociable Lapwing
Scientific NameVanellus gregarius
FamilyCharadriidae
Wingspan (cm)75
Length (cm)28.5
Weight (g)205
Plumage DetailsAdults have sandy-brown upperparts, white underparts with a prominent black belly patch, and a white tail with a black subterminal band. The head features a black crown bordered by a broad white stripe, a buffy supercilium, and a black eye-stripe extending from the bill.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a harsh, grating 'kree-kree' or 'krr-krr' call, often given when alarmed or in flight.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, steppe, agricultural_land, semi-desert
Conservation Statuscritically-endangered
Geographic RangeBreeds in the steppes of Russia and Kazakhstan, migrating south to winter in parts of the Middle East, Northeast Africa, and the Indian subcontinent.
Identifying Featuresblack crown with white border, buffy supercilium, black eye-stripe, black belly patch, sandy-brown upperparts, long black legs
Description
The Sociable Lapwing is a medium-sized migratory wader characterized by its distinctive head pattern and striking black belly. It typically inhabits open, dry grasslands and steppes, often foraging in small to large flocks.
