About the Pacific Golden-Plover
The Pacific Golden-Plover (Pluvialis fulva) 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 pagplo 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 | Pluvialis fulva |
| Species Codes | pagplo, PAGP, PGPL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pacific Golden-Plover belong to?
The Pacific Golden-Plover (Pluvialis fulva) belongs to the Plovers and Lapwings family (Charadriidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Pacific Golden-Plover?
The Pacific Golden-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 Pacific Golden-Plover sighting?
You can log sightings of Pacific Golden-Plover on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pagplo, or on iNaturalist.