About the River Lapwing
The River Lapwing (Vanellus duvaucelii) 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 rivlap1 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 duvaucelii |
| Species Codes | rivlap1, RILA |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the River Lapwing belong to?
The River Lapwing (Vanellus duvaucelii) belongs to the Plovers and Lapwings family (Charadriidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
What is the conservation status of the River Lapwing?
The River Lapwing is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the River Lapwing?
The River 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 River Lapwing sighting?
You can log sightings of River Lapwing on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rivlap1, or on iNaturalist.