About the Black Turnstone
The black turnstone is a species of small wading bird. It is one of two species of turnstone in the genus Arenaria, the ruddy turnstone being the other. It is now classified in the sandpiper family, Scolopacidae, but was formerly sometimes placed in the plover family, Charadriidae. It is native to the west coast of North America and breeds only in Alaska.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Sandpipers and Allies (Scolopacidae) |
| Species | Arenaria melanocephala |
| Species Codes | blktur, BLTU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black Turnstone belong to?
The Black Turnstone (Arenaria melanocephala) belongs to the Sandpipers and Allies family (Scolopacidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Black Turnstone?
The black turnstone is a species of small wading bird. It is one of two species of turnstone in the genus Arenaria, the ruddy turnstone being the other. It is now classified in the sandpiper family, Scolopacidae, but was formerly sometimes placed in the plover family, Charadriidae. It is native to t...
Where can I report a Black Turnstone sighting?
You can log sightings of Black Turnstone on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blktur, or on iNaturalist.
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