Black-headed Lapwing

The Black-headed Plover or Black-headed Lapwing is a large lapwing, a group of largish waders in the family Charadriidae. It is a resident breeder across sub-Saharan Africa from Senegal to Ethiopia, although it has seasonal movements. It lays two or three eggs on a ground scrape.

The Black-headed Lapwing is classified as Least Concern. Does not qualify for a more at risk category. Widespread and abundant taxa are included in this category.

The Black-headed Plover or Black-headed Lapwing (Vanellus tectus) is a large lapwing, a group of largish waders in the family Charadriidae. It is a resident breeder across sub-Saharan Africa from Senegal to Ethiopia, although it has seasonal movements. It lays two or three eggs on a ground scrape. These are conspicuous and unmistakable birds. They are medium-large waders with a black head other than a white forehead, lower face and bands across the rear head and nape. More

The Black-headed Lapwing is a common resident of open dry ground in arid areas. They are usually found in small noisy groups and are often active at night. These photos were taken in Waza National Park. IMG_4632b.jpg IMG_4547b.jpg IMG_4631b.jpg IMG_4634b. More

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The Black-headed Plover or Black-headed Lapwing (Vanellus tectus) is a species of wading bird of the family Charadriidae. It is found across sub-Saharan Africa from Senegal to Ethiopia. Although not migratory, there is some seasonal movement. Its habitat is wet lowlands close to water. It often feeds in drier habitats, such as golf courses and grassy scrubland. This bird is readily noticeable and unmistakable. It is medium-large with a mainly black head and white forehead. More