About the Painted Sandgrouse
The Painted Sandgrouse (Pterocles indicus) is a species of bird in the Sandgrouse family (Pteroclidae), within the order Pterocliformes. This family contains 16 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code paisan1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Pterocliformes |
| Family | Sandgrouse (Pteroclidae) |
| Species | Pterocles indicus |
| Species Codes | paisan1, PASA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Painted Sandgrouse belong to?
The Painted Sandgrouse (Pterocles indicus) belongs to the Sandgrouse family (Pteroclidae), in the order Pterocliformes.
How can I identify the Painted Sandgrouse?
The Painted Sandgrouse is a member of the Sandgrouse family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Painted Sandgrouse sighting?
You can log sightings of Painted Sandgrouse on eBird (ebird.org) using species code paisan1, or on iNaturalist.