African Wattled Lapwing look-alikes
Vanellus senegallus
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Senegal Lapwing
Vanellus lugubris
Key differences
The Senegal Lapwing is smaller, lacks the prominent yellow facial wattles, and has a greyish-brown breast band rather than a black belly patch. Its call is also distinct.
Black-winged Lapwing
Vanellus melanopterus
Key differences
The Black-winged Lapwing has a similar black cap but lacks the yellow facial wattles. It has a white belly without a black patch and entirely black primary and secondary flight feathers, giving it a much darker wing in flight.
Crowned Lapwing
Vanellus coronatus
Key differences
The Crowned Lapwing is smaller and has a distinctive black crown bordered by white, but lacks the yellow facial wattles. It has a white belly and a different call.
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