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Nachtigall

Luscinia megarhynchos

Vulnerable

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Common Nightingale (Luscinia megarhynchos) is classified as Vulnerable (VU) on the IUCN Red List. Facing a high risk of endangerment in the wild, with declining populations and increasing habitat pressure.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Aves (Vögel)

Order

Passeriformes (Sperlingsvögel)

Species

Luscinia megarhynchos (Nachtigall)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese サヨナキドリ

Chinese 新疆歌鴝

Spanish Ruiseñor Común

French rossignol philomèle

German Nachtigall

Portuguese rouxinol

Russian Южный соловей

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Nachtigall?

The scientific name of Nachtigall is Luscinia megarhynchos. It belongs to the genus Luscinia.

What is the conservation status of Nachtigall?

Nachtigall (Luscinia megarhynchos) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Nachtigall live?

Nachtigall is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Nachtigall belong to?

Nachtigall (Luscinia megarhynchos) belongs to the genus Luscinia, which is part of the taxonomic family Muscicapidae.

Is Nachtigall endangered?

Yes, Nachtigall (Luscinia megarhynchos) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Nachtigall belong to?

Nachtigall (Luscinia megarhynchos) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Nachtigall?

The closest relatives of Nachtigall in the genus Luscinia include Blaukehlchen, Sprosser.