The Blacksmith Plover, also known as the Bontkiewiet, Blacksmith Lapwing, and Vanellus armatus, is a small bird that is commonly found in the southeast region of the African continent. Its name was derived from its repeated alarm call that sounds “tink, tink, tink,” which refers to a blacksmith’s way of hammer striking … Read more
It is a huge, vigilant-looking, brownish lapwing, with a conspicuous annular white halo, circled by a black crown. Small groups occur in open dry habitats, such as open grasslands and scrublands, and sparse woodlands. Mostly resident, but may do necessary movements should there be adverse conditions in their habitat. These birds love … Read more
It is a large, brownish bird with a distinct yellow wattle, accentuated by a red base. Pair or small groups are often seen in wet grasslands and marshes, though they can also be found in cropped or burnt grasslands, and cultivated fields. They attract attention with their loud “peep-peep-peep” calls. Read further … Read more
It is a regal plover, with a gentle, dovelike demeanor. Non-breeding adults and immatures birds appear to be greyish-brown with dull edgings on the upperpart feathers. During the breeding period, males become striking with a whitish face and belly, divided by a wide chestnut band across its chest. Breeding females sport a … Read more
It is a plump-sized shorebird with a stout bill. Its orange-yellow legs are conspicuous, more vivid on adults. It thrives in stony and sandy substrates along lakeshores, mudflats, estuaries, and beaches. Then, moving in the winter, roosting with other small wading birds. Read further to know more about the Ringed Plover. What … Read more
It is a small, dark plover that thrives in freshwater and brackish wetland easily recognizable with its broad forehead, and white and two black bands on its breast. This bird agilely along water surfaces and edges, searching for food and pecking spotted prey. It has a renowned card, a quick rasping series … Read more
The Black-winged Lapwing, also known as Greater Black-winged Lapwing, Black-winged Plover, and Vanellus melanopterus, is a small bird species that is endemic to eastern Africa, particularly in Ethiopian highlands in the north to central Kenya, and in eastern South Africa. The Black-winged Lapwing is categorized under the family Charadriidae, consisting of 64 … Read more