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Spotted Sandpiper

Actitis macularius

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Charadriiformes ›Family: Scolopacidae ›Genus: Actitis

About

The spotted sandpiper (Actitis macularius) is a small shorebird, 18–20 cm (7.1–7.9 in) long. The genus name Actitis is from Ancient Greek aktites, "coast-dweller", derived from akte, "coast", and macularius is Latin from macula, "spot".

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Spotted Sandpiper?
The scientific name of Spotted Sandpiper is Actitis macularius.
What kingdom does Spotted Sandpiper belong to?
Spotted Sandpiper belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Spotted Sandpiper belong to?
Spotted Sandpiper belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Spotted Sandpiper belong to?
Spotted Sandpiper belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Spotted Sandpiper belong to?
Spotted Sandpiper belongs to the order Charadriiformes.
What family does Spotted Sandpiper belong to?
Spotted Sandpiper belongs to the family Scolopacidae.
What genus does Spotted Sandpiper belong to?
Spotted Sandpiper belongs to the genus Actitis.