About the Burchell's Courser
The Burchell's Courser (Cursorius rufus) 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 burcou2 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 | Cursorius rufus |
| Species Codes | burcou2, BUCO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Burchell's Courser belong to?
The Burchell's Courser (Cursorius rufus) belongs to the Pratincoles and Coursers family (Glareolidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Burchell's Courser?
The Burchell's Courser 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 Burchell's Courser sighting?
You can log sightings of Burchell's Courser on eBird (ebird.org) using species code burcou2, or on iNaturalist.