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Élanion à queue blanche

Elanus leucurus

Least Concern

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White-Tailed Kite (Elanus leucurus) 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

Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles)

Family

Accipitridae (Hawks & Eagles)

Genus

Elanus

Species

Elanus leucurus (Élanion à queue blanche)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese オジロトビ

Chinese 白尾鳶

Spanish Milano cola blanca

French Élanion à queue blanche

German Weißschwanzaar

Portuguese gavião-peneira

Russian Белохвостый дымчатый коршун

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Élanion à queue blanche?

The scientific name of Élanion à queue blanche is Elanus leucurus. It belongs to the genus Elanus.

What is the conservation status of Élanion à queue blanche?

Élanion à queue blanche (Elanus leucurus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Élanion à queue blanche live?

Élanion à queue blanche is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, Venezuela.

What family does Élanion à queue blanche belong to?

Élanion à queue blanche (Elanus leucurus) belongs to the genus Elanus, which is part of the taxonomic family Accipitridae.

Is Élanion à queue blanche endangered?

No, Élanion à queue blanche (Elanus leucurus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Élanion à queue blanche belong to?

Élanion à queue blanche (Elanus leucurus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Élanion à queue blanche?

The closest relatives of Élanion à queue blanche in the genus Elanus include élanion blanc, Élanion d'Australie, Élanion lettré.