About the Piping Plover
The Piping Plover (Charadrius melodus) 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 pipplo 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 | Charadrius melodus |
| Species Codes | pipplo, PIPL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Piping Plover belong to?
The Piping Plover (Charadrius melodus) belongs to the Plovers and Lapwings family (Charadriidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Piping Plover?
The Piping 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 Piping Plover sighting?
You can log sightings of Piping Plover on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pipplo, or on iNaturalist.