About the African Spoonbill
The African Spoonbill (Platalea alba) is a species of bird in the Ibises and Spoonbills family (Threskiornithidae), within the order Pelecaniformes. This family contains 36 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code afrspo1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Ibises and Spoonbills (Threskiornithidae) |
| Species | Platalea alba |
| Species Codes | afrspo1, AFSP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the African Spoonbill belong to?
The African Spoonbill (Platalea alba) belongs to the Ibises and Spoonbills family (Threskiornithidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.
How can I identify the African Spoonbill?
The African Spoonbill is a member of the Ibises and Spoonbills family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a African Spoonbill sighting?
You can log sightings of African Spoonbill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code afrspo1, or on iNaturalist.