About the St. Helena Plover
The St. Helena Plover (Anarhynchus sanctaehelenae) 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 sthplo1 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 sanctaehelenae |
| Species Codes | sthplo1, SHPL |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the St. Helena Plover belong to?
The St. Helena Plover (Anarhynchus sanctaehelenae) belongs to the Plovers and Lapwings family (Charadriidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
What is the conservation status of the St. Helena Plover?
The St. Helena Plover is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the St. Helena Plover?
The St. Helena 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 St. Helena Plover sighting?
You can log sightings of St. Helena Plover on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sthplo1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Plovers and Lapwings 69 species
More Birds in Order Charadriiformes
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