About the Gray Pratincole
The Gray Pratincole (Glareola cinerea) is a species of bird in the Pratincoles and Coursers family (Glareolidae), within the order Charadriiformes. This family contains 17 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code grypra1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Pratincoles and Coursers (Glareolidae) |
| Species | Glareola cinerea |
| Species Codes | grypra1, GRPR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Gray Pratincole belong to?
The Gray Pratincole (Glareola cinerea) belongs to the Pratincoles and Coursers family (Glareolidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Gray Pratincole?
The Gray Pratincole is a member of the Pratincoles and Coursers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Gray Pratincole sighting?
You can log sightings of Gray Pratincole on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grypra1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Pratincoles and Coursers 17 species
More Birds in Order Charadriiformes
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