About the Double-banded Sandgrouse
The double-banded sandgrouse is a species of predominantly terrestrial, or ground-dwelling, bird in the family Pteroclidae. It is found in arid parts of southern Africa.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Pterocliformes |
| Family | Sandgrouse (Pteroclidae) |
| Species | Pterocles bicinctus |
| Species Codes | dobsan1, DBSA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Double-banded Sandgrouse belong to?
The Double-banded Sandgrouse (Pterocles bicinctus) belongs to the Sandgrouse family (Pteroclidae), in the order Pterocliformes.
How can I identify the Double-banded Sandgrouse?
The double-banded sandgrouse is a species of predominantly terrestrial, or ground-dwelling, bird in the family Pteroclidae. It is found in arid parts of southern Africa....
Where can I report a Double-banded Sandgrouse sighting?
You can log sightings of Double-banded Sandgrouse on eBird (ebird.org) using species code dobsan1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Pterocliformes
Order
16
Species in Family
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