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Knäkente

Spatula querquedula

Endangered

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Garganey (Spatula querquedula) is classified as Endangered (EN) on the IUCN Red List. At high risk of extinction in the wild, with significant population decline and ongoing threats to survival.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and North America (United States). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Aves (Vögel)

Order

Anseriformes (Gänsevögel)

Species

Spatula querquedula (Knäkente)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Cerceta carretona

French Sarcelle d'été

German Knäkente

Portuguese marreco

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Knäkente?

The scientific name of Knäkente is Spatula querquedula. It belongs to the genus Spatula.

What is the conservation status of Knäkente?

Knäkente (Spatula querquedula) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Knäkente live?

Knäkente is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and North America (United States). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.

What family does Knäkente belong to?

Knäkente (Spatula querquedula) belongs to the genus Spatula, which is part of the taxonomic family Anatidae.

Is Knäkente endangered?

Yes, Knäkente (Spatula querquedula) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Knäkente belong to?

Knäkente (Spatula querquedula) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Knäkente?

The closest relatives of Knäkente in the genus Spatula include Blauflügelente, Löffelente, Puna Teal, Red Shoveler, Silver Teal.