Riesenalk

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Norway and Sweden.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Aves (Vögel)

Order

Charadriiformes (Regenpfeiferartige)

Family

Alcidae

Genus

Pinguinus

Species

Pinguinus impennis (Riesenalk)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese オオウミガラス

Chinese 大海雀

Spanish Alca gigante

French Grand pingouin

German Riesenalk

Portuguese torda-grande

Russian Бескрылая гагарка

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Riesenalk?

The scientific name of Riesenalk is Pinguinus impennis. It belongs to the genus Pinguinus.

Where does Riesenalk live?

Riesenalk is found in Distributed across Norway and Sweden.. Countries include Norway, Sweden.

What family does Riesenalk belong to?

Riesenalk (Pinguinus impennis) belongs to the genus Pinguinus, which is part of the taxonomic family Alcidae.

What kingdom does Riesenalk belong to?

Riesenalk (Pinguinus impennis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).