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Heringsmöwe

Larus fuscus

Least Concern
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Lesser Black-backed Gull (Larus fuscus) 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 (5 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ニシセグロカモメ
Chinese 小黑背鷗〔灰林銀鷗〕
Spanish Gaviota sombría
French Goéland brun
German Heringsmöwe
Portuguese gaivota-da-asa-escura
Russian Клуша
Arabic النورس أسود الظهر الصغير
Thai นกนางนวลหลังดำเล็ก

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Heringsmöwe?
The scientific name of Heringsmöwe is Larus fuscus. It belongs to the genus Larus.
What is the conservation status of Heringsmöwe?
Heringsmöwe (Larus fuscus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Heringsmöwe live?
Heringsmöwe is found in Widely distributed across Europe (5 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Denmark, Ecuador, Norway, Russia, Sweden, United States, Venezuela.
What family does Heringsmöwe belong to?
Heringsmöwe (Larus fuscus) belongs to the genus Larus, which is part of the taxonomic family Laridae.
Is Heringsmöwe endangered?
No, Heringsmöwe (Larus fuscus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Heringsmöwe belong to?
Heringsmöwe (Larus fuscus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).
What are the closest relatives of Heringsmöwe?
The closest relatives of Heringsmöwe in the genus Larus include Armenienmöwe, Beringmöwe, Dickschnabelmöwe, Dominikanermöwe, Eismöwe.

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