About the Forbes's Plover
The Forbes's Plover (Thinornis forbesi) 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 forplo1 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 | Thinornis forbesi |
| Species Codes | forplo1, FOPL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Forbes's Plover belong to?
The Forbes's Plover (Thinornis forbesi) belongs to the Plovers and Lapwings family (Charadriidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Forbes's Plover?
The Forbes's 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 Forbes's Plover sighting?
You can log sightings of Forbes's Plover on eBird (ebird.org) using species code forplo1, or on iNaturalist.