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Bec-en-ciseaux noir

Rynchops niger

Least Concern

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Black Skimmer (Rynchops niger) 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.

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Charadriiformes (Charadriiformes)

Species

Rynchops niger (Bec-en-ciseaux noir)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese クロハサミアジサシ

Chinese 黑剪嘴鷗

Spanish Rayador americano

French Bec-en-ciseaux noir

German Amerikanischer Scherenschnabel

Portuguese talha-mar

Russian Чёрный водорез

Similar Species in Rynchops

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Bec-en-ciseaux à collier

Rynchops albicollis

Endangered

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Bec-en-ciseaux d'Afrique

Rynchops flavirostris

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Bec-en-ciseaux noir?

The scientific name of Bec-en-ciseaux noir is Rynchops niger. It belongs to the genus Rynchops.

What is the conservation status of Bec-en-ciseaux noir?

Bec-en-ciseaux noir (Rynchops niger) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Bec-en-ciseaux noir live?

Bec-en-ciseaux noir is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, Venezuela.

What family does Bec-en-ciseaux noir belong to?

Bec-en-ciseaux noir (Rynchops niger) belongs to the genus Rynchops, which is part of the taxonomic family Laridae.

Is Bec-en-ciseaux noir endangered?

No, Bec-en-ciseaux noir (Rynchops niger) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Bec-en-ciseaux noir belong to?

Bec-en-ciseaux noir (Rynchops niger) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Bec-en-ciseaux noir?

The closest relatives of Bec-en-ciseaux noir in the genus Rynchops include Bec-en-ciseaux à collier, Bec-en-ciseaux d'Afrique.