About the Oriental Pratincole
The Oriental Pratincole (Glareola maldivarum) 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 oripra 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 maldivarum |
| Species Codes | oripra, ORPR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Oriental Pratincole belong to?
The Oriental Pratincole (Glareola maldivarum) belongs to the Pratincoles and Coursers family (Glareolidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Oriental Pratincole?
The Oriental 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 Oriental Pratincole sighting?
You can log sightings of Oriental Pratincole on eBird (ebird.org) using species code oripra, or on iNaturalist.