About the Pied Plover
The Pied Plover (Hoploxypterus cayanus) 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 pielap1 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 | Hoploxypterus cayanus |
| Species Codes | pielap1, PIPL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pied Plover belong to?
The Pied Plover (Hoploxypterus cayanus) belongs to the Plovers and Lapwings family (Charadriidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Pied Plover?
The Pied 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 Pied Plover sighting?
You can log sightings of Pied Plover on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pielap1, or on iNaturalist.