About the Chatham Islands Snipe
The Chatham Islands Snipe (Coenocorypha pusilla) is a species of bird in the Sandpipers and Allies family (Scolopacidae), within the order Charadriiformes. This family contains 98 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code chisni1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Sandpipers and Allies (Scolopacidae) |
| Species | Coenocorypha pusilla |
| Species Codes | chisni1, CISN |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chatham Islands Snipe belong to?
The Chatham Islands Snipe (Coenocorypha pusilla) belongs to the Sandpipers and Allies family (Scolopacidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Chatham Islands Snipe?
The Chatham Islands Snipe is a member of the Sandpipers and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Chatham Islands Snipe sighting?
You can log sightings of Chatham Islands Snipe on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chisni1, or on iNaturalist.