Rufous-chested Dotterel

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Zonibyx modestus

Rufous-chested Dotterel, a reference photo
Photo: Mathieu Sauzay · CC BY 4.0 (licence)

The rufous-chested dotterel (Zonibyx modestus) or rufous-chested plover, is a species of bird in subfamily Charadriinae of family Charadriidae. It is found in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Uruguay, and the Falkland Islands.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Rufous-chested Dotterel being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

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Classification

Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Aves
Order
Charadriiformes
Family
Charadriidae
Genus
Zonibyx
Species
Zonibyx modestus

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