8,225 observationsLeast Concern
Stilt Sandpiper
Calidris himantopus
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia βΊPhylum: Chordata βΊClass: Aves βΊOrder: Charadriiformes βΊFamily: Scolopacidae βΊGenus: Calidris
About
The stilt sandpiper (Calidris himantopus or Micropalama himantopus) is a small shorebird. The scientific name is from Ancient Greek. The genus name kalidris or skalidris is a term used by Aristotle for some grey-coloured waterside birds. The specific himantopus means "strap foot" or "thong foot".
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Stilt Sandpiper is Calidris himantopus.
- Stilt Sandpiper belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Stilt Sandpiper belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Stilt Sandpiper belongs to the class Aves.
- Stilt Sandpiper belongs to the order Charadriiformes.
- Stilt Sandpiper belongs to the family Scolopacidae.
- Stilt Sandpiper belongs to the genus Calidris.