About the Black-bellied Plover
The Black-bellied Plover (Pluvialis squatarola) is a species of bird in the Plovers and Lapwings family (Charadriidae), within the order Charadriiformes. This family contains 69 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code bkbplo when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
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 Black-bellied Plover is a member of the Plovers and Lapwings family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
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.
Related Species in Plovers and Lapwings 69 species
More Birds in Order Charadriiformes
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