About the Long-billed Curlew
The Long-billed Curlew (Numenius americanus) is a species of bird in the Sandpipers and Allies family (Scolopacidae), within the order Charadriiformes. This family contains 98 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code lobcur when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Sandpipers and Allies (Scolopacidae) |
| Species | Numenius americanus |
| Species Codes | lobcur, LBCU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Long-billed Curlew belong to?
The Long-billed Curlew (Numenius americanus) belongs to the Sandpipers and Allies family (Scolopacidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Long-billed Curlew?
The Long-billed Curlew is a member of the Sandpipers and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Long-billed Curlew sighting?
You can log sightings of Long-billed Curlew on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lobcur, or on iNaturalist.