About the American Dipper
The American dipper, also known as a water ouzel, is a semiaquatic bird species native from North America.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Dippers (Cinclidae) |
| Species | Cinclus mexicanus |
| Species Codes | amedip, AMDI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the American Dipper belong to?
The American Dipper (Cinclus mexicanus) belongs to the Dippers family (Cinclidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the American Dipper?
The American dipper, also known as a water ouzel, is a semiaquatic bird species native from North America....
Where can I report a American Dipper sighting?
You can log sightings of American Dipper on eBird (ebird.org) using species code amedip, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
5
Species in Family
11,775
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