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C IUCN · LC · Least Concern Charadriiformes Charadriidae

White-fronted Plover

Anarhynchus marginatus

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ATK 89

Ecomorphologically adapted beak and agile strike momentum tailored to its foraging competition niche (ATK 89).

DEF 55

Lightweight agility and protective plumage camouflage favoring rapid evasive maneuverability over raw armor (DEF 55).

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How to identify

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Similar species

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Calls & songs

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🌍 Range & Habitat

Distribution: Africa: widespread coastal and inland Sub-Saharan Africa and Madagascar Habitat:
4 · Subspecies & regional ranges
  • Anarhynchus marginatus mechowi

    coastal and inland Sub-Saharan Africa from Senegal and s Mali s to n Angola, Botswana, Zimbabwe and n Mozambique

  • Anarhynchus marginatus marginatus

    coastal sw Angola to sw South Africa

  • Anarhynchus marginatus arenaceus

    inland and coastal s Mozambique to s South Africa

  • Anarhynchus marginatus tenellus

    inland and coastal Madagascar

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Frequently asked questions

What is its scientific name?

Anarhynchus marginatus

Which family does it belong to?

Plovers (Charadriidae)

Where is it found?

Africa: widespread coastal and inland Sub-Saharan Africa and Madagascar

Sources & credits

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