About the Yellow-billed Spoonbill
The Yellow-billed Spoonbill (Platalea flavipes) is a species of bird in the Ibises and Spoonbills family (Threskiornithidae), within the order Pelecaniformes. This family contains 36 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code yebspo1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Ibises and Spoonbills (Threskiornithidae) |
| Species | Platalea flavipes |
| Species Codes | yebspo1, YBSP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yellow-billed Spoonbill belong to?
The Yellow-billed Spoonbill (Platalea flavipes) belongs to the Ibises and Spoonbills family (Threskiornithidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.
How can I identify the Yellow-billed Spoonbill?
The Yellow-billed Spoonbill is a member of the Ibises and Spoonbills family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Yellow-billed Spoonbill sighting?
You can log sightings of Yellow-billed Spoonbill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yebspo1, or on iNaturalist.