Lapwing

LAPWING lap'-wing (dukhiphath; epops):

A translation used in early VSS, now universally admitted to be incorrect. The lapwing had a crest, and resembled in size and color the hoopoe (Upupa epops). It appears in the lists of abominations only (Leviticus 11:19 the King James Version and De 14:18 the King James Version, the Revised Version (British and American) HOOPOE, which see). The lapwing is a plover, and its flesh and eggs are delicious food.

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Orr, James, M.A., D.D. General Editor. "Entry for 'LAPWING'".  "International Standard Bible Encyclopedia".  1915.