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Turteltaube

Streptopelia turtur

Critically Endangered

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European Turtle Dove (Streptopelia turtur) is classified as Critically Endangered (CR) on the IUCN Red List. Facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild due to severe population decline and habitat loss.

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇱🇺 Luxembourg

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Aves (Vögel)

Order

Columbiformes (Taubenvögel)

Species

Streptopelia turtur (Turteltaube)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese コキジバト

Chinese 欧斑鸠

Spanish Tórtola europea

French Tourterelle des bois

German Turteltaube

Portuguese rola-brava

Russian Горлица

Arabic القمري, اليمام القمري

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Adamauaturteltaube

Streptopelia hypopyrrha

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Brillentaube

Streptopelia decipiens

Least Concern

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Gurrtaube

Streptopelia capicola

Least Concern

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Halbmondtaube

Streptopelia semitorquata

Least Concern

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Lachtaube

Streptopelia roseogrisea

Least Concern

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Orientturteltaube

Streptopelia orientalis

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Turteltaube?

The scientific name of Turteltaube is Streptopelia turtur. It belongs to the genus Streptopelia.

What is the conservation status of Turteltaube?

Turteltaube (Streptopelia turtur) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Turteltaube live?

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

What family does Turteltaube belong to?

Turteltaube (Streptopelia turtur) belongs to the genus Streptopelia, which is part of the taxonomic family Columbidae.

Is Turteltaube endangered?

Yes, Turteltaube (Streptopelia turtur) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Turteltaube belong to?

Turteltaube (Streptopelia turtur) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Turteltaube?

The closest relatives of Turteltaube in the genus Streptopelia include Adamauaturteltaube, Brillentaube, Gurrtaube, Halbmondtaube, Lachtaube.