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macreuse brune

Melanitta fusca

Vulnerable

About

White-winged Scoter (Melanitta fusca) is classified as Vulnerable (VU) on the IUCN Red List. Facing a high risk of endangerment in the wild, with declining populations and increasing habitat pressure.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Anseriformes (Anseriformes)

Species

Melanitta fusca (macreuse brune)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ヨーロッパビロードキンクロ

Chinese 斑脸海番鸭

Spanish Negreta ala blanca

French macreuse brune

German Samtente

Portuguese negrola-d'asa-branca

Russian Турпан

Similar Species in Melanitta

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Macreuse à ailes blanches

macreuse à front blanc

Melanitta perspicillata

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of macreuse brune?

The scientific name of macreuse brune is Melanitta fusca. It belongs to the genus Melanitta.

What is the conservation status of macreuse brune?

macreuse brune (Melanitta fusca) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does macreuse brune live?

macreuse brune is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does macreuse brune belong to?

macreuse brune (Melanitta fusca) belongs to the genus Melanitta, which is part of the taxonomic family Anatidae.

Is macreuse brune endangered?

Yes, macreuse brune (Melanitta fusca) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does macreuse brune belong to?

macreuse brune (Melanitta fusca) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of macreuse brune?

The closest relatives of macreuse brune in the genus Melanitta include Macreuse à ailes blanches, macreuse à bec jaune, macreuse à front blanc, Macreuse de Sibérie, macreuse noire.