Gray-headed Lapwing
Gray-headed Lapwing
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The Grey-headed Lapwing is a medium-sized lapwing distinguished by its grey head and breast, contrasting brown back, and bright yellow legs. It is often found in open wetlands and agricultural fields.
Where to spot
Primarily breeds in northeastern China and Japan, migrating to winter in Southeast Asia and parts of India. Found in paddy fields, marshy areas, and wet grasslands.
How to spot
Look for its grey head and breast contrasting with a brown back and white belly. Note the bright yellow legs and the yellow bill with a black tip. Its call is a harsh, grating 'chack-chack-chack' or a high-pitched 'kee-kee-kee'.
When to spot
Best seen during its breeding season (late spring to summer) in its northern range, or during its wintering period (autumn to early spring) in its southern distribution.
Where to spot
Primarily breeds in northeastern China and Japan, migrating to winter in Southeast Asia and parts of India. Found in paddy fields, marshy areas, and wet grasslands.
How to spot
Look for its grey head and breast contrasting with a brown back and white belly. Note the bright yellow legs and the yellow bill with a black tip. Its call is a harsh, grating 'chack-chack-chack' or a high-pitched 'kee-kee-kee'.
When to spot
Best seen during its breeding season (late spring to summer) in its northern range, or during its wintering period (autumn to early spring) in its southern distribution.
Credits:
Door Alpsdake - Eigen werk, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=17868079
Credits:
By Alpsdake - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=32729726
Unlike many waders that primarily forage in wet, muddy areas, the Grey-headed Lapwing frequently feeds in dry agricultural fields, showing a preference for areas with short vegetation or stubble.
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