Plovers and Lapwings
Order: Charadriiformes Family: Charadriidae
The family Charadriidae includes the plovers, dotterels, and lapwings. They are small to medium-sized birds with compact bodies, short, thick necks and long, usually pointed, wings. They are found in open country worldwide, mostly in habitats near water, although there are some exceptions. There are about 66 species worldwide and 4 species which occur in Saint Helena.
- Blacksmith Plover Vanellus armatus (A)
- American Golden-Plover Pluvialis dominica (A)
- Black-bellied Plover Pluvialis squatarola (A)
- Saint Helena Plover (known locally as the Wirebird) Charadrius sanctaehelenae (E)
Read more about this topic: List Of Birds Of Saint Helena