About the Javan Plover
The Javan plover is a Charadriidae species with an unclear taxonomic status. Endemic to Indonesia and Timor-Leste, it inhabits sandy shores and intertidal mudflats, where it is thought to breed year-round. Its diet mainly consists of crustaceans, worms, and mollusks. It is mostly threatened by human disturbance and coastal development in Southeast Asia, and is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Plovers and Lapwings (Charadriidae) |
| Species | Anarhynchus javanicus |
| Species Codes | javplo1, JAPL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Javan Plover belong to?
The Javan Plover (Anarhynchus javanicus) belongs to the Plovers and Lapwings family (Charadriidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Javan Plover?
The Javan plover is a Charadriidae species with an unclear taxonomic status. Endemic to Indonesia and Timor-Leste, it inhabits sandy shores and intertidal mudflats, where it is thought to breed year-round. Its diet mainly consists of crustaceans, worms, and mollusks. It is mostly threatened by human...
Where can I report a Javan Plover sighting?
You can log sightings of Javan Plover on eBird (ebird.org) using species code javplo1, or on iNaturalist.
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