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Lesser Golden-Plover

Pluvialis dominica

Least Concern

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American Golden-Plover (Pluvialis dominica) 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 (4 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).

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

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Charadriiformes (Charadriiformes)

Species

Pluvialis dominica (Lesser Golden-Plover)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese アメリカムナグロ

Chinese 美洲金斑鴴

Spanish Chorlo dominico

French Lesser Golden-Plover

German Amerikanischer Goldregenpfeifer

Portuguese batuiruçu

Russian Американская ржанка

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Lesser Golden-Plover?

The scientific name of Lesser Golden-Plover is Pluvialis dominica. It belongs to the genus Pluvialis.

What is the conservation status of Lesser Golden-Plover?

Lesser Golden-Plover (Pluvialis dominica) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Lesser Golden-Plover live?

Lesser Golden-Plover is found in Widely distributed across Europe (4 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Denmark, Ecuador, Norway, Sweden, United States, Venezuela.

What family does Lesser Golden-Plover belong to?

Lesser Golden-Plover (Pluvialis dominica) belongs to the genus Pluvialis, which is part of the taxonomic family Charadriidae.

Is Lesser Golden-Plover endangered?

No, Lesser Golden-Plover (Pluvialis dominica) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Lesser Golden-Plover belong to?

Lesser Golden-Plover (Pluvialis dominica) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Lesser Golden-Plover?

The closest relatives of Lesser Golden-Plover in the genus Pluvialis include Greater golden-plover, Pluvier argenté, pluvier fauve.