Animals and Plants in East-Africa - A test of iMatch AI-generated Descriptions  Foto: Sten-Åke Sändh

Animals and Vegetation in East Africa - Amboseli Kenya 2014 - A spur-winged lapwing stands on short, dry grass in an open field. It has a dark head and back, pale wing patches, and long legs for walking and pausing to scan the ground. It searches for food by pecking at small insects and other invertebrates among the grass. This bird often stays alert and may call loudly or take off suddenly when disturbed. Species common name: Spur-winged Lapwing Family: Charadriidae Scientific name: Vanellus spinosus