About the Brown Noddy
The Brown Noddy (Anous stolidus) is a species of bird in the Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers family (Laridae), within the order Charadriiformes. This family contains 105 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code brnnod when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers (Laridae) |
| Species | Anous stolidus |
| Species Codes | brnnod, BRNO, CONO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown Noddy belong to?
The Brown Noddy (Anous stolidus) belongs to the Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers family (Laridae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Brown Noddy?
The Brown Noddy is a member of the Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Brown Noddy sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown Noddy on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brnnod, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers 105 species
More Birds in Order Charadriiformes
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Quick Stats
Charadriiformes
Order
105
Species in Family
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