About the Black-bellied Plover
The grey plover or black-bellied plover is a large plover breeding in Arctic regions. It is a long-distance migrant, with a nearly worldwide coastal distribution when not breeding.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Plovers and Lapwings (Charadriidae) |
| Species | Pluvialis squatarola |
| Species Codes | bkbplo, BBPL, GRPL |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-bellied Plover belong to?
The Black-bellied Plover (Pluvialis squatarola) belongs to the Plovers and Lapwings family (Charadriidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Black-bellied Plover?
The Black-bellied Plover is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Black-bellied Plover?
The grey plover or black-bellied plover is a large plover breeding in Arctic regions. It is a long-distance migrant, with a nearly worldwide coastal distribution when not breeding....
Where can I report a Black-bellied Plover sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-bellied Plover on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bkbplo, or on iNaturalist.
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