Golden plover, Pluvialis apricaria, AV2539

Physical Description

Study skin of a small wader, with its body in a straight line with the head and the tail, the wings folded against the body, the beak tilted up and the legs straight. The bird lies best on its back.

Field Collection

Pelew Islands

Measurements

Maximum dimensions (H x W x D): 40 x 80 x 240mm