About the Eurasian Spoonbill
The Eurasian Spoonbill (Platalea leucorodia) is a species of bird in the Ibises and Spoonbills family (Threskiornithidae), within the order Pelecaniformes. This family contains 36 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code eurspo1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Ibises and Spoonbills (Threskiornithidae) |
| Species | Platalea leucorodia |
| Species Codes | eurspo1, ESPO, EUSP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Eurasian Spoonbill belong to?
The Eurasian Spoonbill (Platalea leucorodia) belongs to the Ibises and Spoonbills family (Threskiornithidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.
How can I identify the Eurasian Spoonbill?
The Eurasian Spoonbill is a member of the Ibises and Spoonbills family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Eurasian Spoonbill sighting?
You can log sightings of Eurasian Spoonbill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code eurspo1, or on iNaturalist.