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Oriental Plover
Charadriidae
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Anarhynchus veredus
Also known as: Charadrius veredus
Basic stats
Range
Breeds in parts of Mongolia and China; winters in Indonesia, New Guinea and northern Australia
The oriental plover, also known as the oriental dotterel, is a medium-sized plover closely related to the Caspian plover. It breeds in parts of Mongolia and China, migrating southwards each year to spend its non-breeding season in Indonesia, New Guinea and northern Australia. The breeding male has a white face, throat and fore-crown (Wikipedia, general species account).
Quick answers
- Where is the Oriental Plover found?
- Breeds in parts of Mongolia and China; winters in Indonesia, New Guinea and northern Australia