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Seidenreiher

Egretta garzetta

Endangered

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Little Egret/Western Reef-Heron (Egretta garzetta) is classified as Endangered (EN) on the IUCN Red List. At high risk of extinction in the wild, with significant population decline and ongoing threats to survival.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Aves (Vögel)

Order

Pelecaniformes (Pelecaniformes)

Species

Egretta garzetta (Seidenreiher)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese コサギ

Chinese 小白鷺

Spanish Garceta Común

French aigrette garzette

German Seidenreiher

Portuguese Garça-branca-pequena

Russian Малая белая цапля

Thai นกยางเปีย

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Seidenreiher?

The scientific name of Seidenreiher is Egretta garzetta. It belongs to the genus Egretta.

What is the conservation status of Seidenreiher?

Seidenreiher (Egretta garzetta) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Seidenreiher live?

Seidenreiher is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Seidenreiher belong to?

Seidenreiher (Egretta garzetta) belongs to the genus Egretta, which is part of the taxonomic family Ardeidae.

Is Seidenreiher endangered?

Yes, Seidenreiher (Egretta garzetta) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Seidenreiher belong to?

Seidenreiher (Egretta garzetta) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Seidenreiher?

The closest relatives of Seidenreiher in the genus Egretta include Blaureiher, Braunkehlreiher, Dreifarbenreiher, Elsterreiher, Glockenreiher.