About the Snowy Sheathbill
The Snowy Sheathbill (Chionis albus) is a species of bird in the Sheathbills family (Chionidae), within the order Charadriiformes. This family contains 2 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code snoshe2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Sheathbills (Chionidae) |
| Species | Chionis albus |
| Species Codes | snoshe2, SNOW, SNSH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Snowy Sheathbill belong to?
The Snowy Sheathbill (Chionis albus) belongs to the Sheathbills family (Chionidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Snowy Sheathbill?
The Snowy Sheathbill is a member of the Sheathbills family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Snowy Sheathbill sighting?
You can log sightings of Snowy Sheathbill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code snoshe2, or on iNaturalist.