About the Australian Pratincole
The Australian Pratincole (Glareola isabella) is a species of bird in the Pratincoles and Coursers family (Glareolidae), within the order Charadriiformes. This family contains 17 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code auspra1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Pratincoles and Coursers (Glareolidae) |
| Species | Glareola isabella |
| Species Codes | auspra1, AUPR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Australian Pratincole belong to?
The Australian Pratincole (Glareola isabella) belongs to the Pratincoles and Coursers family (Glareolidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Australian Pratincole?
The Australian Pratincole is a member of the Pratincoles and Coursers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Australian Pratincole sighting?
You can log sightings of Australian Pratincole on eBird (ebird.org) using species code auspra1, or on iNaturalist.