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Common Greenshank

Tringa nebularia

Least Concern

About

<em>Tringa nebularia</em>, commonly known as the common greenshank, is a migratory wading bird belonging to the genus Tringa within the family Scolopacidae. This species occupies various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments and has a documented range that includes Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Taiwan, reflecting its status as a long-distance migrant that breeds in northern Europe and winters across a broad range. Common greenshank is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. The species is typically found along the edges of lakes, rivers, estuaries, and mudflats, where it forages for invertebrates and small fish using its slightly upturned bill. Biological traits of this species remain poorly documented in the scientific literature.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Taiwan.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Japanese アオアシシギ
Chinese 青脚鹬
Spanish Archibebe claro
French Chevalier aboyeur
German Grünschenkel
Portuguese perna-verde
Russian Большой улит
Arabic الطيطوى خضراء الساق
Thai นกทะเลขาเขียวธรรมดา

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Common Greenshank?
The scientific name of Common Greenshank is Tringa nebularia. It belongs to the genus Tringa.
What is the conservation status of Common Greenshank?
Common Greenshank (Tringa nebularia) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Common Greenshank live?
Common Greenshank is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Taiwan.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan.
What family does Common Greenshank belong to?
Common Greenshank (Tringa nebularia) belongs to the genus Tringa, which is part of the taxonomic family Scolopacidae.
Is Common Greenshank endangered?
No, Common Greenshank (Tringa nebularia) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Common Greenshank belong to?
Common Greenshank (Tringa nebularia) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).
What are the closest relatives of Common Greenshank?
The closest relatives of Common Greenshank in the genus Tringa include Spotted Redshank, Common Redshank, Greater Yellowlegs, Green Sandpiper, Lesser Yellowlegs.

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