About the Far Eastern Curlew
The Far Eastern Curlew (Numenius madagascariensis) is a species of bird in the Sandpipers and Allies family (Scolopacidae), within the order Charadriiformes. This family contains 98 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code faecur when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Sandpipers and Allies (Scolopacidae) |
| Species | Numenius madagascariensis |
| Species Codes | faecur, FECU, EACU |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Far Eastern Curlew belong to?
The Far Eastern Curlew (Numenius madagascariensis) belongs to the Sandpipers and Allies family (Scolopacidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Far Eastern Curlew?
The Far Eastern Curlew is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Far Eastern Curlew?
The Far Eastern Curlew is a member of the Sandpipers and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Far Eastern Curlew sighting?
You can log sightings of Far Eastern Curlew on eBird (ebird.org) using species code faecur, or on iNaturalist.