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Cigüeña oriental

Ciconia boyciana

Endangered

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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, and temperate coniferous forests spanning the Indomalayan and Oceanian and Palearctic realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found across Asia (Japan, Taiwan) and Europe (5 countries). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇯🇵 Japan 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇫🇷 France 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Ciconiiformes (Ciconiiformes)

Species

Ciconia boyciana (Cigüeña oriental)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese コウノトリ

Chinese 東方白鸛

Spanish Cigüeña oriental

French Cigogne orientale

German Schwarzschnabelstorch

Portuguese cegonha-oriental

Russian Дальневосточный аист

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cigüeña oriental?

The scientific name of Cigüeña oriental is Ciconia boyciana. It belongs to the genus Ciconia.

What is the conservation status of Cigüeña oriental?

Cigüeña oriental (Ciconia boyciana) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Cigüeña oriental live?

Cigüeña oriental is found in Found across Asia (Japan, Taiwan) and Europe (5 countries). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, France, Japan, Netherlands, Norway, Taiwan, United Kingdom.

What family does Cigüeña oriental belong to?

Cigüeña oriental (Ciconia boyciana) belongs to the genus Ciconia, which is part of the taxonomic family Ciconiidae.

Is Cigüeña oriental endangered?

Yes, Cigüeña oriental (Ciconia boyciana) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Cigüeña oriental belong to?

Cigüeña oriental (Ciconia boyciana) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Cigüeña oriental?

The closest relatives of Cigüeña oriental in the genus Ciconia include Cigüeña blanca, Cigüeña de Abdim, Cigüeña de Storm, Cigüeña lanuda asiática, Cigüeña maguari.