Birds of Cuba Search Box
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Wilson's Plover
Pluvier de Wilson
Anarhynchus wilsonia
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Life, Habitat & Pictures of the Wilson's Plover
| B L | W W | W | Family | Latin Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7.75" 19.7cm | 19" 48.3cm | 2.1oz 59.5g | Charadriidae | Anarhynchus wilsonia |
- Breeding
- Year Around
- Winter
The Wilson's Plover is a shorebird found along the southeastern and southwestern coasts of the United States. This bird can be identified by its large bill, which is much larger than other plovers. It is also seen on some of the Caribbean islands, where it is much more common. It is a native bird of Cuba.