CC
Oceania
Cloud Curlew
Calidris americanus
About this species
A characteristic species of the Scolopacidae family, the Cloud Curlew occupies coastal regions throughout Oceania. Its IUCN status is currently Least Concern.
The Cloud Curlew is part of the order Charadriiformes and the Scolopacidae family. Its preferred habitat is coastal, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Least Concern, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of Oceania.
Want to identify a bird like this in the wild?
Download BirdPulse and use AI-powered identification, plus a full guide to 1,000+ species.
Download on theApp Store
Similar species
Other birds in the Scolopacidae family and Charadriiformes order.