About the Red-breasted Dotterel
The Red-breasted Dotterel (Anarhynchus obscurus) 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 rebdot1 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 | Anarhynchus obscurus |
| Species Codes | rebdot1, SRBP, NZPL, RBDO, NNZD |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-breasted Dotterel belong to?
The Red-breasted Dotterel (Anarhynchus obscurus) belongs to the Plovers and Lapwings family (Charadriidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Red-breasted Dotterel?
The Red-breasted Dotterel 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 Red-breasted Dotterel sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-breasted Dotterel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rebdot1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Plovers and Lapwings 69 species
More Birds in Order Charadriiformes
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