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American Golden-Plover

Pluvialis dominica

Least Concern

About

American Golden-Plover (Pluvialis dominica) 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.

Widely distributed across Europe (4 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Charadriiformes (Charadriiformes)

Species

Pluvialis dominica (American Golden-Plover)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese アメリカムナグロ

Chinese 美洲金斑鴴

Spanish Chorlo dominico

French Lesser Golden-Plover

German Amerikanischer Goldregenpfeifer

Portuguese batuiruçu

Russian Американская ржанка

Similar Species in Pluvialis

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European Golden-Plover

Pacific Golden-Plover

Pluvialis fulva

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of American Golden-Plover?

The scientific name of American Golden-Plover is Pluvialis dominica. It belongs to the genus Pluvialis.

What is the conservation status of American Golden-Plover?

American Golden-Plover (Pluvialis dominica) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does American Golden-Plover live?

American Golden-Plover is found in Widely distributed across Europe (4 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Denmark, Ecuador, Norway, Sweden, United States, Venezuela.

What family does American Golden-Plover belong to?

American Golden-Plover (Pluvialis dominica) belongs to the genus Pluvialis, which is part of the taxonomic family Charadriidae.

Is American Golden-Plover endangered?

No, American Golden-Plover (Pluvialis dominica) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does American Golden-Plover belong to?

American Golden-Plover (Pluvialis dominica) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

What are the closest relatives of American Golden-Plover?

The closest relatives of American Golden-Plover in the genus Pluvialis include European Golden-Plover, Black-bellied Plover, Pacific Golden-Plover.