Magellanic Plover
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    Magellanic Plover

    Pluvianellus socialis

    Waterbirds
    Vulnerable

    Quick Facts

    Mass0.0891 kg

    Facts sourced from Wikidata (CC0).

    Conservation Status

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    VU - VulnerableDecreasing population

    Faces a high risk of extinction in the wild.

    The Magellanic Plover faces threats from habitat loss and degradation due to agricultural expansion and infrastructure development. While specific recovery programs are limited, ongoing monitoring and research are crucial for understanding and mitigating these pressures. Responsible safari tourism can help by raising awareness of this vulnerable species and its habitat, and by supporting local communities and conservation initiatives through park fees and eco-friendly practices.

    The Magellanic plover is a rare wader endemic to southernmost South America.

    Description adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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