About the Short-billed Dowitcher
The Short-billed Dowitcher (Limnodromus griseus) 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 shbdow 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 | Limnodromus griseus |
| Species Codes | shbdow, SBDO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Short-billed Dowitcher belong to?
The Short-billed Dowitcher (Limnodromus griseus) belongs to the Sandpipers and Allies family (Scolopacidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Short-billed Dowitcher?
The Short-billed Dowitcher 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 Short-billed Dowitcher sighting?
You can log sightings of Short-billed Dowitcher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code shbdow, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Sandpipers and Allies 98 species
More Birds in Order Charadriiformes
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