About the Black-winged Pratincole
The Black-winged Pratincole (Glareola nordmanni) 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 blwpra1 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 nordmanni |
| Species Codes | blwpra1, BWPR |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-winged Pratincole belong to?
The Black-winged Pratincole (Glareola nordmanni) belongs to the Pratincoles and Coursers family (Glareolidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Black-winged Pratincole?
The Black-winged Pratincole is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Black-winged Pratincole?
The Black-winged 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 Black-winged Pratincole sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-winged Pratincole on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blwpra1, or on iNaturalist.