About the Snowy Plover
The Snowy Plover (Anarhynchus nivosus) 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 snoplo5 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 nivosus |
| Species Codes | snoplo5, SNPL |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Snowy Plover belong to?
The Snowy Plover (Anarhynchus nivosus) belongs to the Plovers and Lapwings family (Charadriidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Snowy Plover?
The Snowy Plover is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Snowy Plover?
The Snowy 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 Snowy Plover sighting?
You can log sightings of Snowy Plover on eBird (ebird.org) using species code snoplo5, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Plovers and Lapwings 69 species
More Birds in Order Charadriiformes
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