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Grünreiher

Butorides virescens

Least Concern

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Green/Striated Heron (Butorides virescens) is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Widespread and abundant across its range, with stable populations and no immediate conservation concerns.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Europe (Norway, Sweden), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇸 United States 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Aves (Vögel)

Order

Pelecaniformes (Pelecaniformes)

Species

Butorides virescens (Grünreiher)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese アメリカササゴイ

Chinese 小綠鷺

Spanish Garceta verde

French héron vert

German Grünreiher

Portuguese socó-mirím

Russian Американская зелёная кваква

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Grünreiher?

The scientific name of Grünreiher is Butorides virescens. It belongs to the genus Butorides.

What is the conservation status of Grünreiher?

Grünreiher (Butorides virescens) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Grünreiher live?

Grünreiher is found in Widely distributed across Europe (Norway, Sweden), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, Sweden, United States, Venezuela.

What family does Grünreiher belong to?

Grünreiher (Butorides virescens) belongs to the genus Butorides, which is part of the taxonomic family Ardeidae.

Is Grünreiher endangered?

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

What kingdom does Grünreiher belong to?

Grünreiher (Butorides virescens) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Grünreiher?

The closest relatives of Grünreiher in the genus Butorides include Mangrovereiher.