About the Diademed Sandpiper-Plover
The Diademed Sandpiper-Plover (Phegornis mitchellii) 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 diaplo1 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 | Phegornis mitchellii |
| Species Codes | diaplo1, DIPL, DISP, DSPL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Diademed Sandpiper-Plover belong to?
The Diademed Sandpiper-Plover (Phegornis mitchellii) belongs to the Plovers and Lapwings family (Charadriidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Diademed Sandpiper-Plover?
The Diademed Sandpiper-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 Diademed Sandpiper-Plover sighting?
You can log sightings of Diademed Sandpiper-Plover on eBird (ebird.org) using species code diaplo1, or on iNaturalist.