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The Armed lapwing takes its name from the black, pointed, spur-like growths on the wings, at the wrist joint. He uses these “weapons” during fights during the mating season or to defend his young.

Habitat

Grasslands, wetlands, foreshores, mudflats of sub-Saharan Africa

Feed

Molluscs, crustaceans, worms and insects

Classification

Class

Birds

Scientific Name

Vanellus armatus

Legal Status

IUCN: LC - Least Concern (2018)

Blacksmith lapwing

Some Figures

Weight

164 g

Life Expectancy

10 to 15 years

Incubation

30 days
2 to 4 eggs

Head Height

30 cm

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