phoque gris

Halichoerus grypus

Vulnerable

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The Atlantic Gray Seal (Halichoerus grypus) is a species in the genus Halichoerus. It is currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, and Sweden. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Mammalia (mammifères)

Order

Pinnipedia (Seals & Sea Lions)

Family

Phocidae (True Seals)

Genus

Halichoerus

Species

Halichoerus grypus (phoque gris)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish foca gris

French phoque gris

German Kegelrobbe

Russian длинномордый

Turkish boz fok

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of phoque gris?

The scientific name of phoque gris is Halichoerus grypus. It belongs to the genus Halichoerus.

What is the conservation status of phoque gris?

phoque gris (Halichoerus grypus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does phoque gris live?

phoque gris is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, and Sweden. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden.

What family does phoque gris belong to?

phoque gris (Halichoerus grypus) belongs to the genus Halichoerus, which is part of the taxonomic family Phocidae.

Is phoque gris endangered?

Yes, phoque gris (Halichoerus grypus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does phoque gris belong to?

phoque gris (Halichoerus grypus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).