About the Eurasian Thick-knee
The Eurasian Thick-knee (Burhinus oedicnemus) 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 eutkne1 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 | Burhinus oedicnemus |
| Species Codes | eutkne1, ESCU, EUSC, ETKN, STCU, EUTK |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Eurasian Thick-knee belong to?
The Eurasian Thick-knee (Burhinus oedicnemus) belongs to the Thick-knees family (Burhinidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Eurasian Thick-knee?
The Eurasian 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 Eurasian Thick-knee sighting?
You can log sightings of Eurasian Thick-knee on eBird (ebird.org) using species code eutkne1, or on iNaturalist.