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Short-tailed Albatross

Phoebastria albatrus

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Japan, Norway, and Taiwan. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇯🇵 Japan

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Procellariiformes (Procellariiformes)

Species

Phoebastria albatrus (Short-tailed Albatross)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese アホウドリ

Chinese 短尾信天翁

Spanish Albatros colicorto

French Albatros à queue courte

German Kurzschwanzalbatros

Portuguese albatroz-de-rabo-curto

Russian Белоспинный альбатрос

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Black-footed Albatross

Phoebastria immutabilis

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Short-tailed Albatross?

The scientific name of Short-tailed Albatross is Phoebastria albatrus. It belongs to the genus Phoebastria.

What is the conservation status of Short-tailed Albatross?

Short-tailed Albatross (Phoebastria albatrus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Short-tailed Albatross live?

Short-tailed Albatross is found in Distributed across Japan, Norway, and Taiwan. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Japan, Norway, Taiwan.

What family does Short-tailed Albatross belong to?

Short-tailed Albatross (Phoebastria albatrus) belongs to the genus Phoebastria, which is part of the taxonomic family Diomedeidae.

Is Short-tailed Albatross endangered?

Yes, Short-tailed Albatross (Phoebastria albatrus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Short-tailed Albatross belong to?

Short-tailed Albatross (Phoebastria albatrus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (प्राणी).

What are the closest relatives of Short-tailed Albatross?

The closest relatives of Short-tailed Albatross in the genus Phoebastria include Black-footed Albatross, Laysan Albatross, Waved Albatross.