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Piping Plover

Charadrius melodus

Near Threatened

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Distributed across Ecuador, Norway, and United States. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇳🇴 Norway 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Charadriiformes (Charadriiformes)

Species

Charadrius melodus (Piping Plover)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese フエコチドリ

Chinese 笛鴴

Spanish Chorlo chiflador

French Pluvier siffleur

German Flötenregenpfeifer

Portuguese batuíra-melodiosa

Russian Желтоногий зуёк

Similar Species in Charadrius

Chestnut-banded Plover

Critically Endangered

Charadrius morinellus

Charadrius leschenaultii

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Piping Plover?

The scientific name of Piping Plover is Charadrius melodus. It belongs to the genus Charadrius.

What is the conservation status of Piping Plover?

Piping Plover (Charadrius melodus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Piping Plover live?

Piping Plover is found in Distributed across Ecuador, Norway, and United States. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Ecuador, Norway, United States.

What family does Piping Plover belong to?

Piping Plover (Charadrius melodus) belongs to the genus Charadrius, which is part of the taxonomic family Charadriidae.

What kingdom does Piping Plover belong to?

Piping Plover (Charadrius melodus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Piping Plover?

The closest relatives of Piping Plover in the genus Charadrius include Caspian Plover, Chestnut-banded Plover, Collared Plover, Common Ringed Plover, Double-banded Plover.