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Riesenstorch

Ephippiorhynchus asiaticus

Near Threatened

About

The Black-necked Stork (Ephippiorhynchus asiaticus) is a species in the genus Ephippiorhynchus. It is currently classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Norway. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Aves (Vögel)

Order

Ciconiiformes (Schreitvögel)

Species

Ephippiorhynchus asiaticus (Riesenstorch)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese セイタカコウ

Chinese 黑頸鸛

Spanish Jabirú asiático

French Jabiru d'Asie

German Riesenstorch

Portuguese jabiru-de-pescoço-preto

Russian Азиатский ябиру

Thai นกกระสาคอดำ

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Sattelstorch

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Riesenstorch?

The scientific name of Riesenstorch is Ephippiorhynchus asiaticus. It belongs to the genus Ephippiorhynchus.

What is the conservation status of Riesenstorch?

Riesenstorch (Ephippiorhynchus asiaticus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Riesenstorch live?

Riesenstorch is found in Found in Norway. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Norway.

What family does Riesenstorch belong to?

Riesenstorch (Ephippiorhynchus asiaticus) belongs to the genus Ephippiorhynchus, which is part of the taxonomic family Ciconiidae.

What kingdom does Riesenstorch belong to?

Riesenstorch (Ephippiorhynchus asiaticus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Riesenstorch?

The closest relatives of Riesenstorch in the genus Ephippiorhynchus include Sattelstorch.