About the Rufous-chested Dotterel
The rufous-chested dotterel or rufous-chested plover, is a species of bird in subfamily Charadriinae of family Charadriidae. It is found in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Uruguay, and the Falkland Islands.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Plovers and Lapwings (Charadriidae) |
| Species | Zonibyx modestus |
| Species Codes | rucdot1, RCDO, RCPL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-chested Dotterel belong to?
The Rufous-chested Dotterel (Zonibyx modestus) belongs to the Plovers and Lapwings family (Charadriidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-chested Dotterel?
The rufous-chested dotterel or rufous-chested plover, is a species of bird in subfamily Charadriinae of family Charadriidae. It is found in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Uruguay, and the Falkland Islands....
Where can I report a Rufous-chested Dotterel sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-chested Dotterel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rucdot1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Charadriiformes
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Quick Stats
Charadriiformes
Order
69
Species in Family
1,187
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