About the Spotted Sandgrouse
The Spotted Sandgrouse (Pterocles senegallus) is a species of bird in the Sandgrouse family (Pteroclidae), within the order Pterocliformes. This family contains 16 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code sposan1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Pterocliformes |
| Family | Sandgrouse (Pteroclidae) |
| Species | Pterocles senegallus |
| Species Codes | sposan1, SPSA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Spotted Sandgrouse belong to?
The Spotted Sandgrouse (Pterocles senegallus) belongs to the Sandgrouse family (Pteroclidae), in the order Pterocliformes.
How can I identify the Spotted Sandgrouse?
The Spotted Sandgrouse is a member of the Sandgrouse family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Spotted Sandgrouse sighting?
You can log sightings of Spotted Sandgrouse on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sposan1, or on iNaturalist.