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Weißgesicht-Scheidenschnabel

Chionis albus

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Belgium, France, Netherlands, Norway, and United Kingdom.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

Japanese サヤハシチドリ
Chinese 白鞘嘴鷗
Spanish Picovaina de las Malvinas
French Chionis blanc
German Weißgesicht-Scheidenschnabel
Portuguese pomba-antártica
Russian Белая ржанка

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Weißgesicht-Scheidenschnabel?
The scientific name of Weißgesicht-Scheidenschnabel is Chionis albus. It belongs to the genus Chionis.
What is the conservation status of Weißgesicht-Scheidenschnabel?
Weißgesicht-Scheidenschnabel (Chionis albus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Weißgesicht-Scheidenschnabel live?
Weißgesicht-Scheidenschnabel is found in Distributed across Belgium, France, Netherlands, Norway, and United Kingdom.. Countries include Belgium, France, Netherlands, Norway, United Kingdom.
What family does Weißgesicht-Scheidenschnabel belong to?
Weißgesicht-Scheidenschnabel (Chionis albus) belongs to the genus Chionis, which is part of the taxonomic family Chionidae.
Is Weißgesicht-Scheidenschnabel endangered?
No, Weißgesicht-Scheidenschnabel (Chionis albus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Weißgesicht-Scheidenschnabel belong to?
Weißgesicht-Scheidenschnabel (Chionis albus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).
What are the closest relatives of Weißgesicht-Scheidenschnabel?
The closest relatives of Weißgesicht-Scheidenschnabel in the genus Chionis include Schwarzgesicht-Scheidenschnabel.

Native Range — 5 Countries

Genus Chionis — 2 Species

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Schwarzgesicht-Scheidenschnabel
Chionis minor
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Weißgesicht-Scheidenschnabel
Chionis albus
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