About the Wattled Lapwing
The Wattled Lapwing (Vanellus senegallus) 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 watlap1 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 senegallus |
| Species Codes | watlap1, AWPL, AWLA, WALA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Wattled Lapwing belong to?
The Wattled Lapwing (Vanellus senegallus) belongs to the Plovers and Lapwings family (Charadriidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Wattled Lapwing?
The Wattled 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 Wattled Lapwing sighting?
You can log sightings of Wattled Lapwing on eBird (ebird.org) using species code watlap1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Plovers and Lapwings 69 species
More Birds in Order Charadriiformes
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