About the Sociable Lapwing
The Sociable Lapwing (Vanellus gregarius) 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 soclap1 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 gregarius |
| Species Codes | soclap1, SOLA |
| Conservation | CR Critically Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sociable Lapwing belong to?
The Sociable Lapwing (Vanellus gregarius) belongs to the Plovers and Lapwings family (Charadriidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Sociable Lapwing?
The Sociable Lapwing is classified as "Critically Endangered" (CR) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Sociable Lapwing?
The Sociable 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 Sociable Lapwing sighting?
You can log sightings of Sociable Lapwing on eBird (ebird.org) using species code soclap1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Plovers and Lapwings 69 species
More Birds in Order Charadriiformes
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