20,009 observationsLeast Concern
Western Sandpiper
Calidris mauri
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Charadriiformes ›Family: Scolopacidae ›Genus: Calidris
About
The western sandpiper (Calidris mauri) is a small shorebird. The genus name is from Ancient Greek kalidris or skalidris, a term used by Aristotle for some grey-coloured waterside birds. The specific mauri commemorates Italian botanist Ernesto Mauri (1791–1836).
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Western Sandpiper is Calidris mauri.
- The Western Sandpiper has a conservation status of Least Concern.
- Western Sandpiper belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Western Sandpiper belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Western Sandpiper belongs to the class Aves.
- Western Sandpiper belongs to the order Charadriiformes.
- Western Sandpiper belongs to the family Scolopacidae.
- Western Sandpiper belongs to the genus Calidris.