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Grande Aigrette

Ardea alba

Least Concern

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American Egret (Ardea alba) is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Widespread and abundant across its range, with stable populations and no immediate conservation concerns.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Europe (Denmark, Norway, Sweden), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Pelecaniformes (Pelecaniformes)

Species

Ardea alba (Grande Aigrette)

Names in Other Languages

French Grande Aigrette

German Silberreiher

Arabic البلشون الأبيض الكبير, بيوضي كبير

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Grande Aigrette?

The scientific name of Grande Aigrette is Ardea alba. It belongs to the genus Ardea.

What is the conservation status of Grande Aigrette?

Grande Aigrette (Ardea alba) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Grande Aigrette live?

Grande Aigrette is found in Widely distributed across Europe (Denmark, Norway, Sweden), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).. Countries include Colombia, Denmark, Ecuador, Norway, Sweden, United States, Venezuela.

What family does Grande Aigrette belong to?

Grande Aigrette (Ardea alba) belongs to the genus Ardea, which is part of the taxonomic family Ardeidae.

Is Grande Aigrette endangered?

No, Grande Aigrette (Ardea alba) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Grande Aigrette belong to?

Grande Aigrette (Ardea alba) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Grande Aigrette?

The closest relatives of Grande Aigrette in the genus Ardea include grand héron, Héron à tête blanche, héron cendré, Héron cocoi, Héron de Humblot.