About the Blacksmith Lapwing
The Blacksmith Lapwing (Vanellus armatus) is a species of bird in the Plovers and Lapwings family (Charadriidae), within the order Charadriiformes. This family contains 69 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code blaplo1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Plovers and Lapwings (Charadriidae) |
| Species | Vanellus armatus |
| Species Codes | blaplo1, BLLA, BLPL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blacksmith Lapwing belong to?
The Blacksmith Lapwing (Vanellus armatus) belongs to the Plovers and Lapwings family (Charadriidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Blacksmith Lapwing?
The Blacksmith Lapwing is a member of the Plovers and Lapwings family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Blacksmith Lapwing sighting?
You can log sightings of Blacksmith Lapwing on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blaplo1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Plovers and Lapwings 69 species
More Birds in Order Charadriiformes
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