About the Senegal Thick-knee
The Senegal Thick-knee (Burhinus senegalensis) 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 setkne1 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 | Burhinus senegalensis |
| Species Codes | setkne1, STKN, SETK |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Senegal Thick-knee belong to?
The Senegal Thick-knee (Burhinus senegalensis) belongs to the Thick-knees family (Burhinidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Senegal Thick-knee?
The Senegal 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 Senegal Thick-knee sighting?
You can log sightings of Senegal Thick-knee on eBird (ebird.org) using species code setkne1, or on iNaturalist.