Forbes's Plover
Forbes's Plover (<em>Thinornis forbesi</em>) is a species of Plovers (<em>Charadriidae</em>) in the order Shorebirds, Gulls and Alcids.
Overview
Forbes's Plover (Thinornis forbesi) is a species of Plovers (Charadriidae) in the order Shorebirds, Gulls and Alcids.
Scientific Classification
Genus: Thinornis; binomial: Thinornis forbesi; authority: (Shelley, 1883).
Distribution
Breeding range: Africa. Non-breeding range: to nw Uganda.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
Move Forbes's Plover from Charadrius to Thinornis following AviList v2025.
