About the Great Thick-knee
The Great Thick-knee (Esacus recurvirostris) 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 grtkne1 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 | Esacus recurvirostris |
| Species Codes | grtkne1, GTKN, GRSC, GRTK, GSCU |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Great Thick-knee belong to?
The Great Thick-knee (Esacus recurvirostris) belongs to the Thick-knees family (Burhinidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Great Thick-knee?
The Great Thick-knee is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Great Thick-knee?
The Great 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 Great Thick-knee sighting?
You can log sightings of Great Thick-knee on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grtkne1, or on iNaturalist.
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