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Weisswangengans

Branta leucopsis

Least Concern

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Barnacle Goose (Branta leucopsis) 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.

Found across Europe (10 countries) and North America (United States).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Aves (Vögel)

Order

Anseriformes (Gänsevögel)

Species

Branta leucopsis (Weisswangengans)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese カオジロガン

Chinese 白頰黑雁

Spanish Barnacla cariblanca

French bernache nonnette

German Weisswangengans

Portuguese ganso-marisco

Russian Белощёкая казарка

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Weisswangengans?

The scientific name of Weisswangengans is Branta leucopsis. It belongs to the genus Branta.

What is the conservation status of Weisswangengans?

Weisswangengans (Branta leucopsis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Weisswangengans live?

Weisswangengans is found in Found across Europe (10 countries) and North America (United States).. Countries include Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, United Kingdom.

What family does Weisswangengans belong to?

Weisswangengans (Branta leucopsis) belongs to the genus Branta, which is part of the taxonomic family Anatidae.

Is Weisswangengans endangered?

No, Weisswangengans (Branta leucopsis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Weisswangengans belong to?

Weisswangengans (Branta leucopsis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Weisswangengans?

The closest relatives of Weisswangengans in the genus Branta include Hawaiigans, Kanadagans, Ringelgans, Rothalsgans, Zwergkanadagans.