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Ñandú común

Rhea americana

Near Threatened
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El ñandú (Rhea americana) está clasificado como Casi Amenazado (NT) en la Lista Roja de la UICN. Próximo a calificar como amenazado, con poblaciones que podrían volverse vulnerables sin medidas de conservación.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found across Europe (7 countries) and South America (Colombia, Ecuador). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Names in Other Languages

Japanese レア
Chinese 大美洲鴕
Spanish Ñandú común
French Nandou d'Amérique
German Nandu
Portuguese ema
Russian Обыкновенный нанду

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ñandú común?
The scientific name of Ñandú común is Rhea americana. It belongs to the genus Rhea.
What is the conservation status of Ñandú común?
Ñandú común (Rhea americana) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Ñandú común live?
Ñandú común is found in Found across Europe (7 countries) and South America (Colombia, Ecuador). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Ecuador, France, Germany, Netherlands, Norway, Ukraine, United Kingdom.
What family does Ñandú común belong to?
Ñandú común (Rhea americana) belongs to the genus Rhea, which is part of the taxonomic family Rheidae.
What kingdom does Ñandú común belong to?
Ñandú común (Rhea americana) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Ñandú común?
The closest relatives of Ñandú común in the genus Rhea include Ñandú petiso.

Native Range — 9 Countries

Genus Rhea — 2 Species

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Ñandú común
Rhea americana
NT
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Ñandú petiso
Rhea pennata
LC

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