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Nandu

Rhea americana

Near Threatened

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Greater Rhea (Rhea americana) is classified as Near Threatened (NT) on the IUCN Red List. Close to qualifying as threatened, with populations that may become vulnerable without conservation action.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found across Europe (7 countries) and South America (Colombia, Ecuador). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇺🇦 Ukraine 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇫🇷 France 🇩🇪 Germany 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Aves (Vögel)

Order

Rheiformes (Rheiformes)

Species

Rhea americana (Nandu)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese レア

Chinese 大美洲鴕

Spanish Ñandú común

French Nandou d'Amérique

German Nandu

Portuguese ema

Russian Обыкновенный нанду

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Nandu?

The scientific name of Nandu is Rhea americana. It belongs to the genus Rhea.

What is the conservation status of Nandu?

Nandu (Rhea americana) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Nandu live?

Nandu is found in Found across Europe (7 countries) and South America (Colombia, Ecuador). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Ecuador, France, Germany, Netherlands, Norway, Ukraine, United Kingdom.

What family does Nandu belong to?

Nandu (Rhea americana) belongs to the genus Rhea, which is part of the taxonomic family Rheidae.

What kingdom does Nandu belong to?

Nandu (Rhea americana) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Nandu?

The closest relatives of Nandu in the genus Rhea include Darwinnandu.