Plovers in Turks and Caicos

Learn about 3 birds from the Plovers family (Charadriidae) found in Turks and Caicos. Includes 2 regular species and 1 vagrant visitors. Complete guide with photos and identification information.

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Grey Plover

Grey Plover

Pluvialis squatarola

Least Concern
Piping Plover

Piping Plover

Charadrius melodus

Near Threatened

Vagrant Charadriidae Birds

Rare visitors that have been occasionally spotted in this area.

Northern Lapwing

Northern Lapwing

Vanellus vanellus

Near Threatened

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