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Lagopède alpin

Lagopus muta

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Germany, Norway, and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇪 Germany

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (animal)
Phylum
Chordata (Chordates)
Class
Aves (oiseau)
Order
Galliformes (Galliformes)
Family
Phasianidae
Genus
Lagopus
Species
Lagopus muta (Lagopède alpin)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ライチョウ
Chinese 岩雷鳥
Spanish Lagópodo alpino
French Lagopède alpin
German Alpenschneehuhn
Portuguese lagopo-cinzento
Russian Тундряная куропатка

Similar Species in Lagopus

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Lagopède à queue blanche
Lagopus leucura
Least Concern
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Lagopède des saules
Lagopus lagopus
Near Threatened
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Lagopède alpin?
The scientific name of Lagopède alpin is Lagopus muta. It belongs to the genus Lagopus.
What is the conservation status of Lagopède alpin?
Lagopède alpin (Lagopus muta) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Lagopède alpin live?
Lagopède alpin is found in Distributed across Germany, Norway, and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Germany, Norway, Sweden.
What family does Lagopède alpin belong to?
Lagopède alpin (Lagopus muta) belongs to the genus Lagopus, which is part of the taxonomic family Phasianidae.
What kingdom does Lagopède alpin belong to?
Lagopède alpin (Lagopus muta) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).
What are the closest relatives of Lagopède alpin?
The closest relatives of Lagopède alpin in the genus Lagopus include Lagopède à queue blanche, Lagopède des saules.

Native Range — 3 Countries

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Genus Lagopus — 3 Species

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Lagopède alpin
Lagopus muta
NT
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Lagopède à queue blanche
Lagopus leucura
LC 🐾
Lagopède des saules
Lagopus lagopus
NT
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