About the Shore Plover
The Shore Plover (Thinornis novaeseelandiae) 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 shoplo1 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 | Thinornis novaeseelandiae |
| Species Codes | shoplo1, SHPL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Shore Plover belong to?
The Shore Plover (Thinornis novaeseelandiae) belongs to the Plovers and Lapwings family (Charadriidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Shore Plover?
The Shore 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 Shore Plover sighting?
You can log sightings of Shore Plover on eBird (ebird.org) using species code shoplo1, or on iNaturalist.