About the Wood Snipe
The Wood Snipe (Gallinago nemoricola) is a species of bird in the Sandpipers and Allies family (Scolopacidae), within the order Charadriiformes. This family contains 98 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code woosni1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Sandpipers and Allies (Scolopacidae) |
| Species | Gallinago nemoricola |
| Species Codes | woosni1, WOSN |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Wood Snipe belong to?
The Wood Snipe (Gallinago nemoricola) belongs to the Sandpipers and Allies family (Scolopacidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Wood Snipe?
The Wood Snipe is a member of the Sandpipers and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Wood Snipe sighting?
You can log sightings of Wood Snipe on eBird (ebird.org) using species code woosni1, or on iNaturalist.