Oriental pratincole; swallow-plover
A migratory bird (Glareola maldivarum) found in parts of Asia; the name reflects its swallow-like flight and plover-like appearance.
In spring, the Oriental pratincoles return to the wetlands.
collared pratincole; common pratincole
Katakana spelling is standard for this bird name; usually written in kana.
Kanji spelling is rare and may not be widely recognized; the katakana form is strongly preferred.
Compound of ツバメ (swallow) and チドリ (plover), describing the bird's mixed characteristics. The exact origin of the name is uncertain.