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Eilsegler

Hirundapus giganteus

Least Concern

About

The Brown-Backed Needletail (Hirundapus giganteus) is a species in the genus Hirundapus. It is currently classified as Least Concern 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.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Aves (Vögel)

Order

Apodiformes (Seglervögel)

Species

Hirundapus giganteus (Eilsegler)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese オオハリオアマツバメ

Chinese 褐喉針尾雨燕

Spanish Vencejo gigante

French Martinet géant

German Eilsegler

Russian Большой колючехвост

Thai นกแอ่นใหญ่หัวตาขาว

Similar Species in Hirundapus

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Graukehlsegler

Hirundapus cochinchinensis

Least Concern

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Purpursegler

Hirundapus celebensis

Least Concern

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Stachelschwanzsegler

Hirundapus caudacutus

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Eilsegler?

The scientific name of Eilsegler is Hirundapus giganteus. It belongs to the genus Hirundapus.

What is the conservation status of Eilsegler?

Eilsegler (Hirundapus giganteus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Eilsegler live?

Eilsegler is found in Found in Norway.. Countries include Norway.

What family does Eilsegler belong to?

Eilsegler (Hirundapus giganteus) belongs to the genus Hirundapus, which is part of the taxonomic family Apodidae.

Is Eilsegler endangered?

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

What kingdom does Eilsegler belong to?

Eilsegler (Hirundapus giganteus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Eilsegler?

The closest relatives of Eilsegler in the genus Hirundapus include Graukehlsegler, Purpursegler, Stachelschwanzsegler.