About the Double-striped Thick-knee
The Double-striped Thick-knee (Hesperoburhinus bistriatus) 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 dstkne 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 | Hesperoburhinus bistriatus |
| Species Codes | dstkne, DSTK |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Double-striped Thick-knee belong to?
The Double-striped Thick-knee (Hesperoburhinus bistriatus) belongs to the Thick-knees family (Burhinidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Double-striped Thick-knee?
The Double-striped 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 Double-striped Thick-knee sighting?
You can log sightings of Double-striped Thick-knee on eBird (ebird.org) using species code dstkne, or on iNaturalist.