About the South American Painted-Snipe
The South American Painted-Snipe (Nycticryphes semicollaris) is a species of bird in the Painted-Snipes family (Rostratulidae), within the order Charadriiformes. This family contains 3 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code soapas1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Painted-Snipes (Rostratulidae) |
| Species | Nycticryphes semicollaris |
| Species Codes | soapas1, SAPS |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the South American Painted-Snipe belong to?
The South American Painted-Snipe (Nycticryphes semicollaris) belongs to the Painted-Snipes family (Rostratulidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the South American Painted-Snipe?
The South American Painted-Snipe is a member of the Painted-Snipes family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a South American Painted-Snipe sighting?
You can log sightings of South American Painted-Snipe on eBird (ebird.org) using species code soapas1, or on iNaturalist.
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