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Héron impérial

Ardea insignis

Critically Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Norway. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Pelecaniformes (Pelecaniformes)

Species

Ardea insignis (Héron impérial)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese シロハラサギ

Chinese 白腹鷺

Spanish Garza ventriblanca

French Héron impérial

German Kaiserreiher

Portuguese garça-de-barriga-branca

Russian Белобрюхая цапля

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Héron impérial?

The scientific name of Héron impérial is Ardea insignis. It belongs to the genus Ardea.

What is the conservation status of Héron impérial?

Héron impérial (Ardea insignis) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Héron impérial live?

Héron impérial is found in Found in Norway. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Norway.

What family does Héron impérial belong to?

Héron impérial (Ardea insignis) belongs to the genus Ardea, which is part of the taxonomic family Ardeidae.

Is Héron impérial endangered?

Yes, Héron impérial (Ardea insignis) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Héron impérial belong to?

Héron impérial (Ardea insignis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Héron impérial?

The closest relatives of Héron impérial in the genus Ardea include Grande Aigrette, grand héron, Héron à tête blanche, héron cendré, Héron cocoi.