Lapwing Collection (#6)

Lapwing, (Vanellus vanellus), c1850, (1856). From Bible Natural History: containing a Description of Quadrupeds, Birds, Trees, Plants, Insects, Etc, Mentioned in the Holy Scriptures

Lapwing (Vanellus cristacus), 1900, (1900). Artist: Charles Whymper
Lapwing (Vanellus cristacus), 1900, (1900). From The Game Birds and Wild Fowl of The British Islands, by Charles Dixon, illustrated by Charles Whymper. [Pawson & Brailsford, Sheffield, 1900]

Common Pratincole (Glareola pratincola), Sociable Lapwing (Vanellus gregarius), 1900, (1900). Artist: Charles Whymper
Common Pratincole (Glareola pratincola), Sociable Lapwing (Vanellus gregarius), 1900, (1900). From The Game Birds and Wild Fowl of The British Islands, by Charles Dixon

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Banded Lapwing - Walking briskly along the edge of a dirt road - near Papunya Aboriginal Community - Northern Territory - Australia Banded Lapwing - Walking briskly along the edge of a dirt road

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Southern Lapwing, defending the territory, Pantanal Wetlands, Mato Grosso, Brazil Date:

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Pied Plover / Pied Lapwing, Los Llanos, Colombia Date:

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Southern Lapwing, Los Llanos, Colombia Date:

Northern lapwing, Vanellus vanellus, and Eurasian oystercatcher, Haematopus ostralegus.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Dumont de Sainte-Croixs Dictionary of Natural Science

Woodcock, snipe, ruff, lapwing, sanderling, and golden plover.. Woodcock, Scolopax rusticola male 1, female 2, snipe, Gallinago gallinago 3, ruff, Philomachus pugnax male 4, female 5, lapwing

Lapwing (Vanellus vanellus), male and female, side view

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Yellow-wattled Lapwing Date:

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Yellow-wattled Lapwing Date:

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Yellow-wattled Lapwing Date:

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Yellow-wattled Lapwing Date:

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Northern Lapwing adult male Date:

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Northern Lapwing adult male Date:

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Northern Lapwing adult male Date:

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Northern Lapwing adult male Date:

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Lapwing adult walking along grass on waters edge. Date:

H. M. Steam-Sloop Lapwing (Commander Montagu O reilly) in a Gale, in the Doro Channel
H.M. Steam-Sloop Lapwing (Commander Montagu O reilly) in a Gale, in the Doro Channel

Still Life of Birds and Insects, 1637
BAL59975 Still Life of Birds and Insects, 1637 by Flegel, Georg (1566-1638); Johnny van Haeften Gallery, London, UK; German, out of copyright

Still Life, 1732 (oil on canvas)
XIR430475 Still Life, 1732 (oil on canvas) by Chardin, Jean-Baptiste Simeon (1699-1779); 58.5 x 49.5 cm; Musee de la Chartreuse, Douai, France; (add.info.: Nature Morte; ); French, out of copyright

Head of Lapwing

Lapwing

Spotted Thick-knee, Burhinus capensis, Spotted Dikkop or Cape Thick-knee (Burhinus capensis)

Masked lapwing (Vanellus miles), Australia

Puna plover (Charadrius alticola), Laguna de Chaxa, Atacama desert, Antofagasta region, Chile, South America

Common Redshank (Tringa totanus)

Common Snipe (Gallinago gallinago), Iceland, Europe

Redshank (Tringa totanus) in flight, Lofoten, Norway, Scandinavia, Europe

Crowned plover -Vanellus coronatus-, Etosha National Park, Namibia, Africa

Northern Lapwing, Peewit or Green Plover -Vanellus vanellus-, chick standing on the beach, Apetlon, Lake Neusiedl, Burgenland, Austria, Europe

Northern Lapwing -Vanellus vanellus- in a meadow, Burgenland, Austria

Northern Lapwing -Vanellus vanellus-, chick, Seewinkel, Burgenland, Austria

Northern Lapwing -Vanellus vanellus- in breeding plumage, Seewinkel, Burgenland, Austria

BLACKBURN: BIRDS, 1895. Winter - Lapwing, Turnstone, Great Northern Diver, Little Auk. Illustration by Jemima Blackburn, 1895

Southern lapwing (Vanellus chilensis), Pantanal, Mato Grosso, Brazil, South America

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Pied Plover / Pied Lapwing Pantanal area Mato Grosso Brazil South America. FESTIVE AMAZON

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Blacksmith Plover / Lapwing Amboseli National Park, Kenya

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Lapwing / Peewit. Highland Wildlife Park, Kincraig, Inverness, Scotland. Date:

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Masked Lapwing in shallow water. Magnetic Island, Queensland, Australia. Date:

Red wattled lapwing (Vanellus indicus), Ranthambhore, Rajasthan, India, Asia

Red-wattled Lapwing (Vanellus indicus) adult, displaying with wings raised, Keoladeo Ghana N. P
Red-wattled Lapwing (Vanellus indicus) adult, displaying with wings raised, Keoladeo Ghana N.P. (Bharatpur), Rajasthan, India, February

Yellow-wattled Lapwing (Vanellus malabaricus) adult, walking on grass, Sri Lanka, February

Southern Lapwing (Vanellus chilensis) adult, standing on grass, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago, November

Northern Lapwing (Vanellus vanellus) adult male, breeding plumage, standing in shallow water, Highlands, Scotland, May

Northern Lapwing (Vanellus vanellus) flock, roosting in shallow water on coastal marshland habitat, Cley Marshes Reserve, Cley-next-the-sea, Norfolk, England, February

Northern Lapwing (Vanellus vanellus) adult female, breeding plumage, standing in dew covered grass at dawn, Elmley Marshes N.N.R. North Kent Marshes, Isle of Sheppey, Kent, England, April

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The lapwing, also known as the peewit or Sociable plover wader bird, is a captivating creature that can be found in various locations across the UK. From the Northern Lapwing standing gracefully in shallow water at Cleveland to the Lapwing Yell in Shetland, these birds are truly a sight to behold. One cannot help but admire their beauty and elegance as they navigate through their natural habitats. Whether it's the Lapwing Vanellus vanellus breeding on moorland in Northumberland or the male lapwings proudly displaying their vibrant plumage in their breeding territory, these birds never fail to impress. Even historical depictions of this magnificent species, like George James Rankin's artwork from 1910, showcase its timeless appeal. The lapwings' presence adds life and charm to any landscape they inhabit. These birds are not only visually stunning but also play an essential role within ecosystems. Their interactions with other species, such as black-headed gulls roosting together at sunrise in shallow flood meadows at Cleveland, highlight their significance within nature. Furthermore, witnessing a lapwing caring for its young is a heartwarming experience that showcases their nurturing instincts and dedication as parents. It reminds us of the importance of protecting these delicate creatures and preserving their habitats for future generations to enjoy. Whether you spot them on machair at North Uist or on Shetland Mainland itself, encountering a lapwing is always an unforgettable encounter. These remarkable birds continue to captivate us with their gracefulness and remind us of nature's wonders all around us.