Yellow-wattled Lapwing
NameYellow-wattled Lapwing
Common NameYellow-wattled Lapwing
Scientific NameVanellus malabaricus
FamilyCharadriidae
Wingspan (cm)63
Length (cm)27
Weight (g)150
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are sandy brown, contrasting with a black crown and nape. The underparts are white. A prominent yellow fleshy wattle extends from the base of the bill around the eye. The bill is yellow with a black tip, and the legs are bright yellow.
Vocalization / CallIts call is a sharp, metallic 'tink-tink-tink' or 'did-did-did', often given repeatedly, especially when alarmed or in flight.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeResident breeder throughout the Indian subcontinent, including most of India, parts of Pakistan, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
Identifying FeaturesProminent yellow fleshy wattles around eyes, Black cap, Bright yellow legs, Sandy brown upperparts and white underparts, Yellow bill with black tip
Description
The Yellow-wattled Lapwing is a medium-sized wader characterized by its distinctive yellow fleshy wattles around the eyes and bright yellow legs. It is typically found foraging for invertebrates in open dry grasslands and cultivated fields across the Indian subcontinent.
