Black-bellied Plover
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    Black-bellied Plover

    Pluvialis squatarola

    Waterbirds
    Vulnerable

    Conservation Status

    Conservation hub
    VU - VulnerableDecreasing population

    Faces a high risk of extinction in the wild.

    The Black-bellied Plover faces threats from habitat loss and degradation, particularly in its coastal wintering grounds, and disturbance during breeding. While specific recovery programs are limited, its wide distribution means that protecting key stopover and wintering sites is crucial. Responsible safari tourism can help by minimizing disturbance to coastal habitats and supporting local conservation initiatives through park fees and eco-friendly practices.

    The grey plover or black-bellied plover is a large plover breeding in Arctic regions. It is a long-distance migrant, with a nearly worldwide coastal distribution when not breeding.

    Description adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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