About the Common Redshank
The common redshank or simply redshank is a Eurasian wader in the large family Scolopacidae.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Sandpipers and Allies (Scolopacidae) |
| Species | Tringa totanus |
| Species Codes | comred1, CREH, CORE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Common Redshank belong to?
The Common Redshank (Tringa totanus) belongs to the Sandpipers and Allies family (Scolopacidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Common Redshank?
The common redshank or simply redshank is a Eurasian wader in the large family Scolopacidae....
Where can I report a Common Redshank sighting?
You can log sightings of Common Redshank on eBird (ebird.org) using species code comred1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Charadriiformes
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Quick Stats
Charadriiformes
Order
98
Species in Family
43,851
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