About the Somali Courser
The Somali Courser (Cursorius somalensis) is a species of bird in the Pratincoles and Coursers family (Glareolidae), within the order Charadriiformes. This family contains 17 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code somcou1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Pratincoles and Coursers (Glareolidae) |
| Species | Cursorius somalensis |
| Species Codes | somcou1, SOCO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Somali Courser belong to?
The Somali Courser (Cursorius somalensis) belongs to the Pratincoles and Coursers family (Glareolidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Somali Courser?
The Somali Courser is a member of the Pratincoles and Coursers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Somali Courser sighting?
You can log sightings of Somali Courser on eBird (ebird.org) using species code somcou1, or on iNaturalist.