About the Three-banded Plover
The Three-banded Plover (Thinornis tricollaris) 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 thbplo1 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 | Thinornis tricollaris |
| Species Codes | thbplo1, TBPL, ATBP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Three-banded Plover belong to?
The Three-banded Plover (Thinornis tricollaris) belongs to the Plovers and Lapwings family (Charadriidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Three-banded Plover?
The Three-banded 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 Three-banded Plover sighting?
You can log sightings of Three-banded Plover on eBird (ebird.org) using species code thbplo1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Plovers and Lapwings 69 species
More Birds in Order Charadriiformes
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