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héron vert

Butorides virescens

Least Concern

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Green/Striated Heron (Butorides virescens) 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 (Norway, Sweden), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).

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

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Pelecaniformes (Pelecaniformes)

Species

Butorides virescens (héron vert)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese アメリカササゴイ

Chinese 小綠鷺

Spanish Garceta verde

French héron vert

German Grünreiher

Portuguese socó-mirím

Russian Американская зелёная кваква

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of héron vert?

The scientific name of héron vert is Butorides virescens. It belongs to the genus Butorides.

What is the conservation status of héron vert?

héron vert (Butorides virescens) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does héron vert live?

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

What family does héron vert belong to?

héron vert (Butorides virescens) belongs to the genus Butorides, which is part of the taxonomic family Ardeidae.

Is héron vert endangered?

No, héron vert (Butorides virescens) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does héron vert belong to?

héron vert (Butorides virescens) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of héron vert?

The closest relatives of héron vert in the genus Butorides include Héron strié.