Tooltip Categories: Gulls and Allies
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Crowned Lapwing
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The crowned lapwing (Vanellus coronatus), also known as the crowned plover, is a striking and alert wader. It is commonly found across eastern and southern Africa. In particular, it favors open grasslands, short savannas, floodplains, and even cultivated fields. These habitats provide wide visibility, which suits its vigilant nature. Adults typically measure about 28–31 cm
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Jacana (African)
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The African Jacana (Actophilornis africanus) is a distinctive and elegant waterbird found across freshwater wetlands, lakes, and slow-moving rivers throughout sub-Saharan Africa. It is instantly recognizable by its chestnut-brown body, white face, and elongated toes. These unusually long toes allow the bird to walk effortlessly across floating vegetation such as water lilies. Adults typically measure