Siberian Sand Plover

Anarhynchus mongolus

Siberian Sand Plover (Anarhynchus mongolus) — Shorebirds, Gulls & Auks of Europe & Northern Asia.

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The Siberian Sand Plover (Anarhynchus mongolus) is a member of the Charadriidae family found in Europe & Northern Asia. The IUCN Red List lists it as Endangered.

Conservation status

IUCN Red List

EN Endangered

Facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild.

Where it fits

Class Aves
Order Charadriiformes
Family Charadriidae Plovers
Genus Anarhynchus
Species mongolus

Where it lives

Eastern Russia (southern, southeastern Siberia)

Europe & Northern Asia

Quick facts

Family: Charadriidae
Order: Charadriiformes

Biology & behaviour

The Siberian Sand Plover (Anarhynchus mongolus) is a member of the Charadriidae family, within the order Charadriiformes. It occurs naturally across Europe & Northern Asia. Its distribution covers PAL e Russia (s, se Siberia).

It is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List and is a focus of conservation concern. Endangered species face a very high risk of extinction in the wild.

Frequently asked questions

Where does the Siberian Sand Plover live?

The Siberian Sand Plover is found across Europe & Northern Asia with a range covering PAL e Russia (s, se Siberia).

What family does the Siberian Sand Plover belong to?

The Siberian Sand Plover (Anarhynchus mongolus) belongs to the Charadriidae family, in the order Charadriiformes.

Is the Siberian Sand Plover endangered?

It is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List and is a focus of conservation concern Endangered species face a very high risk of extinction in the wild.