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Egyptian Goose

Alopochen aegyptiaca

Not Evaluated

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Egyptian Goose (Alopochen aegyptiaca) is classified as Not Evaluated (NE) on the IUCN Red List. Not yet evaluated against IUCN Red List criteria. Conservation status remains to be determined.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (Mauritius), Asia (6 countries), Europe (16 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador).

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Full Taxonomy

Anseriformes (ऐन्सरीफोर्मीस)

Species

Alopochen aegyptiaca (Egyptian Goose)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese エジプトガン

Chinese 埃及雁

Spanish Ganso del Nilo

French Ouette d'egypte

German Nilgans

Portuguese Ganso do Egipto

Russian Нильский гусь

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Egyptian Goose?

The scientific name of Egyptian Goose is Alopochen aegyptiaca. It belongs to the genus Alopochen.

Where does Egyptian Goose live?

Egyptian Goose is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Mauritius), Asia (6 countries), Europe (16 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador).. Countries include Austria, Belgium, China, Colombia, Cyprus, Denmark, Ecuador, France, Germany, Israel.

What family does Egyptian Goose belong to?

Egyptian Goose (Alopochen aegyptiaca) belongs to the genus Alopochen, which is part of the taxonomic family Anatidae.

What kingdom does Egyptian Goose belong to?

Egyptian Goose (Alopochen aegyptiaca) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (प्राणी).

What are the closest relatives of Egyptian Goose?

The closest relatives of Egyptian Goose in the genus Alopochen include Réunion shelduck, Mascarene Sheldgoose.