Riesenfischer

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

Coraciiformes (Rackenvögel)

Family

Alcedinidae

Genus

Megaceryle

Species

Megaceryle maxima (Riesenfischer)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese オオヤマセミ

Chinese 大魚狗

Spanish Martín gigante africano

French Martin-pêcheur géant

German Riesenfischer

Portuguese guarda-rios-gigantes

Russian Гигантский пегий зимородок

Similar Species in Megaceryle

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Gürtelfischer

Megaceryle alcyon

Least Concern

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Rotbrustfischer

Megaceryle torquata

Least Concern

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Trauerfischer

Megaceryle lugubris

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Riesenfischer?

The scientific name of Riesenfischer is Megaceryle maxima. It belongs to the genus Megaceryle.

What is the conservation status of Riesenfischer?

Riesenfischer (Megaceryle maxima) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Riesenfischer live?

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

What family does Riesenfischer belong to?

Riesenfischer (Megaceryle maxima) belongs to the genus Megaceryle, which is part of the taxonomic family Alcedinidae.

Is Riesenfischer endangered?

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

What kingdom does Riesenfischer belong to?

Riesenfischer (Megaceryle maxima) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Riesenfischer?

The closest relatives of Riesenfischer in the genus Megaceryle include Gürtelfischer, Rotbrustfischer, Trauerfischer.