About the Crowned Lapwing
The Crowned Lapwing (Vanellus coronatus) 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 crolap1 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 coronatus |
| Species Codes | crolap1, CRPL, CRLA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Crowned Lapwing belong to?
The Crowned Lapwing (Vanellus coronatus) belongs to the Plovers and Lapwings family (Charadriidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Crowned Lapwing?
The Crowned 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 Crowned Lapwing sighting?
You can log sightings of Crowned Lapwing on eBird (ebird.org) using species code crolap1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Plovers and Lapwings 69 species
More Birds in Order Charadriiformes
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