About the Peruvian Thick-knee
The Peruvian Thick-knee (Hesperoburhinus superciliaris) 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 petkne1 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 | Hesperoburhinus superciliaris |
| Species Codes | petkne1, PETK, PTKN |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Peruvian Thick-knee belong to?
The Peruvian Thick-knee (Hesperoburhinus superciliaris) belongs to the Thick-knees family (Burhinidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Peruvian Thick-knee?
The Peruvian 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 Peruvian Thick-knee sighting?
You can log sightings of Peruvian Thick-knee on eBird (ebird.org) using species code petkne1, or on iNaturalist.