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Scissor-tailed Kite

Chelictinia riocourii

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Found in Norway. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (حيوانات)
Phylum
Chordata (حبليات)
Class
Aves (طيور)
Order
Accipitriformes (بازيات)
Family
Accipitridae (Hawks & Eagles)
Genus
Chelictinia
Species
Chelictinia riocourii (Scissor-tailed Kite)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese アフリカツバメトビ
Chinese 剪尾鸢
Spanish Elanio golondrina
French Élanion naucler
German Schwalbenschwanzaar
Portuguese peneireiro-rabo-de-andorinha
Russian Африканский дымчатый коршун

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Scissor-tailed Kite?
The scientific name of Scissor-tailed Kite is Chelictinia riocourii. It belongs to the genus Chelictinia.
What is the conservation status of Scissor-tailed Kite?
Scissor-tailed Kite (Chelictinia riocourii) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Scissor-tailed Kite live?
Scissor-tailed Kite is found in Found in Norway. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Norway.
What family does Scissor-tailed Kite belong to?
Scissor-tailed Kite (Chelictinia riocourii) belongs to the genus Chelictinia, which is part of the taxonomic family Accipitridae.
Is Scissor-tailed Kite endangered?
Yes, Scissor-tailed Kite (Chelictinia riocourii) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Scissor-tailed Kite belong to?
Scissor-tailed Kite (Chelictinia riocourii) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (حيوانات).

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Chelictinia — 1 Species

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Scissor-tailed Kite
Chelictinia riocourii
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