About the Indian Thick-knee
The Indian Thick-knee (Burhinus indicus) 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 indthk1 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 indicus |
| Species Codes | indthk1, ITKN, INTK, ISCU, INSC |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Indian Thick-knee belong to?
The Indian Thick-knee (Burhinus indicus) belongs to the Thick-knees family (Burhinidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Indian Thick-knee?
The Indian 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 Indian Thick-knee sighting?
You can log sightings of Indian Thick-knee on eBird (ebird.org) using species code indthk1, or on iNaturalist.