About the Common Ringed Plover
The Common Ringed Plover (Charadrius hiaticula) is a species of bird in the Plovers and Lapwings family (Charadriidae), within the order Charadriiformes. This family contains 69 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code corplo when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Plovers and Lapwings (Charadriidae) |
| Species | Charadrius hiaticula |
| Species Codes | corplo, CRPL, RIPL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Common Ringed Plover belong to?
The Common Ringed Plover (Charadrius hiaticula) belongs to the Plovers and Lapwings family (Charadriidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Common Ringed Plover?
The Common Ringed Plover is a member of the Plovers and Lapwings family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Common Ringed Plover sighting?
You can log sightings of Common Ringed Plover on eBird (ebird.org) using species code corplo, or on iNaturalist.