European Golden Plover

Pluvialis apricaria

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Brief #

Distinctive feature is a white "s"-shaped band stretching from its forehead to its flanks.

Synonyms #

  • Chorlito dorado europeo (Spanish)
  • Píllara dourada europea (Galician)

Red List Status #

The European Golden Plover is unlikely to become extinct in the near future.
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Description #

Quite thickset, with its wings only being slightly longer than its tail. Its most distinct feature is a white "s"-shaped band stretching from its forehead to its flanks.

Measurements #

Length: 26 - 29 cm
Wingspan: 67 - 76 cm
Weight: 160 - 280 g

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