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As the name suggests, this plover has a grey plumage. In breeding season, it has a black face and underparts, which become pale in winter. Its key diagnostic feature is its black “armpits” on underside of wings which is visible in flight.

Abundance
Uncommon

Chinese Name
灰鸻

Habitat
Wetland

Malay Name
Burung Rapang Kelabu

Tamil name
சாம்பல் உப்புக்கொத்தி