About the Bush Thick-knee
The Bush Thick-knee (Burhinus grallarius) is a species of bird in the Thick-knees family (Burhinidae), within the order Charadriiformes. This family contains 10 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code butkne1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Thick-knees (Burhinidae) |
| Species | Burhinus grallarius |
| Species Codes | butkne1, BTKN, BUSC, BSCU, BUTK |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bush Thick-knee belong to?
The Bush Thick-knee (Burhinus grallarius) belongs to the Thick-knees family (Burhinidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Bush Thick-knee?
The Bush Thick-knee is a member of the Thick-knees family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Bush Thick-knee sighting?
You can log sightings of Bush Thick-knee on eBird (ebird.org) using species code butkne1, or on iNaturalist.