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Southern Lapwing

Vanellus chilensis

Least Concern

About

Southern Lapwing (Vanellus chilensis) is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Widespread and abundant across its range, with stable populations and no immediate conservation concerns.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, United Kingdom, and Venezuela.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Charadriiformes (Charadriiformes)

Species

Vanellus chilensis (Southern Lapwing)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ナンベイタゲリ

Chinese 凤头距翅麦鸡

Spanish Avefría tero

French Vanneau téro

German Bronzekiebitz

Portuguese quero-quero

Russian Кайеннская пигалица

Similar Species in Vanellus

Vanellus melanopterus

Least Concern

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Vanellus superciliosus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Southern Lapwing?

The scientific name of Southern Lapwing is Vanellus chilensis. It belongs to the genus Vanellus.

What is the conservation status of Southern Lapwing?

Southern Lapwing (Vanellus chilensis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Southern Lapwing live?

Southern Lapwing is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, United Kingdom, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, United Kingdom, Venezuela.

What family does Southern Lapwing belong to?

Southern Lapwing (Vanellus chilensis) belongs to the genus Vanellus, which is part of the taxonomic family Charadriidae.

Is Southern Lapwing endangered?

No, Southern Lapwing (Vanellus chilensis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Southern Lapwing belong to?

Southern Lapwing (Vanellus chilensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

What are the closest relatives of Southern Lapwing?

The closest relatives of Southern Lapwing in the genus Vanellus include Andean Lapwing, Banded Lapwing, Black-winged Lapwing, Brown-chested Lapwing, Blacksmith Lapwing.