About the Egyptian Plover
The Egyptian Plover (Pluvianus aegyptius) is a species of bird in the Egyptian Plover family (Pluvianidae), within the order Charadriiformes.
Use the eBird species code egyplo1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Egyptian Plover (Pluvianidae) |
| Species | Pluvianus aegyptius |
| Species Codes | egyplo1, EGPL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Egyptian Plover belong to?
The Egyptian Plover (Pluvianus aegyptius) belongs to the Egyptian Plover family (Pluvianidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Egyptian Plover?
The Egyptian Plover is a member of the Egyptian Plover family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Egyptian Plover sighting?
You can log sightings of Egyptian Plover on eBird (ebird.org) using species code egyplo1, or on iNaturalist.
More Birds in Order Charadriiformes
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Quick Stats
Charadriiformes
Order
1
Species in Family
353
iNat Observations
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