Small Pratincole

Glareola lactea

Order:

Charadriiformes

Family:

Glareolidae

Size:

17 to 19 centimeters (6.7 to 7.5 inches)

Weight:

50 to 70 grams (1.8 to 2.5 ounces)

Taxonomy:

Vieillot in the year 1817

Short Description:

The Small Pratincole (Glareola lactea) is a small bird species found in Pakistan, particularly in the wetlands, marshes, and riverbanks of the country. These birds are known for their streamlined body, long pointed wings, and short legs. They have distinctive markings on their wings and tails.

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In Pakistan, Small Pratincoles are primarily found in the provinces of Sindh and Punjab, inhabiting areas near water bodies such as rivers, lakes, and ponds. They prefer habitats with open landscapes and sandy or muddy shores.

Small Pratincoles are highly agile birds known for their aerial acrobatics. They are often seen flying low over water surfaces, feeding on insects such as dragonflies, beetles, and other small invertebrates. Their hunting behavior involves swooping down to catch prey with their beaks while in flight. They are also known to roost and nest in colonies, particularly on sandbanks or gravel bars near water bodies.

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