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Uferschwalbe

Riparia riparia

Least Concern
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Bank Swallow (Riparia riparia) is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Widespread and abundant across its range, with stable populations and no immediate conservation concerns.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Europe (6 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ショウドウツバメ
Chinese 崖沙燕
Spanish Golondrina ribereña
French Hirondelle de rivage
German Uferschwalbe
Portuguese andorinha-do-barranco / andorinha-das-barreiras
Russian Береговушка
Arabic خطاف الرمال, خطاف الرمال الرقيعي, سنونو الرمل
Thai นกนางแอ่นทรายสร้อยคอดำ

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Uferschwalbe?
The scientific name of Uferschwalbe is Riparia riparia. It belongs to the genus Riparia.
What is the conservation status of Uferschwalbe?
Uferschwalbe (Riparia riparia) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Uferschwalbe live?
Uferschwalbe is found in Widely distributed across Europe (6 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Denmark, Ecuador, Luxembourg, Norway, Russia, Sweden, United States, Venezuela.
What family does Uferschwalbe belong to?
Uferschwalbe (Riparia riparia) belongs to the genus Riparia, which is part of the taxonomic family Hirundinidae.
Is Uferschwalbe endangered?
No, Uferschwalbe (Riparia riparia) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Uferschwalbe belong to?
Uferschwalbe (Riparia riparia) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).
What are the closest relatives of Uferschwalbe?
The closest relatives of Uferschwalbe in the genus Riparia include Braunkehl-Uferschwalbe, Fahluferschwalbe, Kongouferschwalbe, Weißbrauen-Uferschwalbe, Gray-throated Martin.

Native Range — 10 Countries

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