About the Two-banded Plover
The Two-banded Plover (Anarhynchus falklandicus) 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 twbplo1 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 | Anarhynchus falklandicus |
| Species Codes | twbplo1, TBPL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Two-banded Plover belong to?
The Two-banded Plover (Anarhynchus falklandicus) belongs to the Plovers and Lapwings family (Charadriidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Two-banded Plover?
The Two-banded 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 Two-banded Plover sighting?
You can log sightings of Two-banded Plover on eBird (ebird.org) using species code twbplo1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Plovers and Lapwings 69 species
More Birds in Order Charadriiformes
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