About the Andean Lapwing
The Andean lapwing is a species of bird in family Charadriidae, the plovers and their relatives. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Plovers and Lapwings (Charadriidae) |
| Species | Vanellus resplendens |
| Species Codes | andlap1, ANLA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Andean Lapwing belong to?
The Andean Lapwing (Vanellus resplendens) belongs to the Plovers and Lapwings family (Charadriidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Andean Lapwing?
The Andean lapwing is a species of bird in family Charadriidae, the plovers and their relatives. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru....
Where can I report a Andean Lapwing sighting?
You can log sightings of Andean Lapwing on eBird (ebird.org) using species code andlap1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Charadriiformes
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Quick Stats
Charadriiformes
Order
69
Species in Family
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