About the Bronze-winged Courser
The Bronze-winged Courser (Rhinoptilus chalcopterus) is a species of bird in the Pratincoles and Coursers family (Glareolidae), within the order Charadriiformes. This family contains 17 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code brwcou1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Pratincoles and Coursers (Glareolidae) |
| Species | Rhinoptilus chalcopterus |
| Species Codes | brwcou1, BWCO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bronze-winged Courser belong to?
The Bronze-winged Courser (Rhinoptilus chalcopterus) belongs to the Pratincoles and Coursers family (Glareolidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Bronze-winged Courser?
The Bronze-winged Courser is a member of the Pratincoles and Coursers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Bronze-winged Courser sighting?
You can log sightings of Bronze-winged Courser on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brwcou1, or on iNaturalist.