Mauritius-Gans

Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

EX Extinct

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Aves (Vögel)

Order

Anseriformes (Gänsevögel)

Family

Anatidae

Genus

Alopochen

Species

Alopochen mauritiana (Mauritius-Gans)

Names in Other Languages

Chinese 模里西斯雁

Spanish Ganso de Mauricio

French Ouette de Maurice

German Mauritius-Gans

Russian Маврикийский гусь

Similar Species in Alopochen

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Nilgans

Alopochen aegyptiaca

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Reunion-Gans

Alopochen kervazoi

Extinct

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mauritius-Gans?

The scientific name of Mauritius-Gans is Alopochen mauritiana. It belongs to the genus Alopochen.

What is the conservation status of Mauritius-Gans?

Mauritius-Gans (Alopochen mauritiana) is classified as Extinct by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Mauritius-Gans belong to?

Mauritius-Gans (Alopochen mauritiana) belongs to the genus Alopochen, which is part of the taxonomic family Anatidae.

What kingdom does Mauritius-Gans belong to?

Mauritius-Gans (Alopochen mauritiana) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Mauritius-Gans?

The closest relatives of Mauritius-Gans in the genus Alopochen include Nilgans, Reunion-Gans.