About the Kittlitz's Plover
The Kittlitz's Plover (Anarhynchus pecuarius) is a species of bird in the Plovers and Lapwings family (Charadriidae), within the order Charadriiformes. This family contains 69 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code kitplo1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Plovers and Lapwings (Charadriidae) |
| Species | Anarhynchus pecuarius |
| Species Codes | kitplo1, KIPL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Kittlitz's Plover belong to?
The Kittlitz's Plover (Anarhynchus pecuarius) belongs to the Plovers and Lapwings family (Charadriidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Kittlitz's Plover?
The Kittlitz's Plover is a member of the Plovers and Lapwings family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Kittlitz's Plover sighting?
You can log sightings of Kittlitz's Plover on eBird (ebird.org) using species code kitplo1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Plovers and Lapwings 69 species
More Birds in Order Charadriiformes
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