Senegal Lapwing

Senegal Lapwing

The eastern edge of Lake Ihema is part of the Akagera National Park and forms the border between Rwanda and Tanzania. The shore and associated grasslands are a good spot to see water birds such as this Senegal (also known as Lesser Black-winged) Lapwing.

Country: Rwanda
Location: Akagera
Family: Plovers (Charadriidae)
Species: Senegal Lapwing (Vanellus lugubris)
Date taken: 16/07/2011