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Kiebitz

Vanellus vanellus

Endangered

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Northern Lapwing (Vanellus vanellus) 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.

Found across Asia (Taiwan) and Europe (6 countries). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇷🇺 Russia 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇱🇺 Luxembourg

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Aves (Vögel)

Order

Charadriiformes (Regenpfeiferartige)

Species

Vanellus vanellus (Kiebitz)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese タゲリ

Chinese 凤头麦鸡

Spanish Avefría europea

French Vanneau huppé

German Kiebitz

Portuguese abibe

Russian Чибис

Arabic الزقزاق الأخضر الشامي

Thai นกกระแตหงอน

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Critically Endangered

Vanellus crassirostris

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Kiebitz?

The scientific name of Kiebitz is Vanellus vanellus. It belongs to the genus Vanellus.

What is the conservation status of Kiebitz?

Kiebitz (Vanellus vanellus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Kiebitz live?

Kiebitz is found in Found across Asia (Taiwan) and Europe (6 countries). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Russia, Sweden, Taiwan.

What family does Kiebitz belong to?

Kiebitz (Vanellus vanellus) belongs to the genus Vanellus, which is part of the taxonomic family Charadriidae.

Is Kiebitz endangered?

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

What kingdom does Kiebitz belong to?

Kiebitz (Vanellus vanellus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Kiebitz?

The closest relatives of Kiebitz in the genus Vanellus include Andenkiebitz, Bronzekiebitz, Flusskiebitz, Gelblappenkiebitz, Graukopfkiebitz.