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Short-legged Ground-Roller

Brachypteracias leptosomus

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Norway. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Animalia (hewan)

Chordata (Chordates)

Coraciiformes (Coraciiformes)

Brachypteraciidae

Brachypteracias

Species

Brachypteracias leptosomus (Short-legged Ground-Roller)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ジブッポウソウ

Chinese 短腿地三宝鸟

Spanish Carraca terrestre paticorta

French Brachyptérolle leptosome

German Bindenerdracke

Russian Коротконогая земляная ракша

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Short-legged Ground-Roller?

The scientific name of Short-legged Ground-Roller is Brachypteracias leptosomus. It belongs to the genus Brachypteracias.

What is the conservation status of Short-legged Ground-Roller?

Short-legged Ground-Roller (Brachypteracias leptosomus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Short-legged Ground-Roller live?

Short-legged Ground-Roller is found in Found in Norway. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Norway.

What family does Short-legged Ground-Roller belong to?

Short-legged Ground-Roller (Brachypteracias leptosomus) belongs to the genus Brachypteracias, which is part of the taxonomic family Brachypteraciidae.

Is Short-legged Ground-Roller endangered?

Yes, Short-legged Ground-Roller (Brachypteracias leptosomus) 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-legged Ground-Roller belong to?

Short-legged Ground-Roller (Brachypteracias leptosomus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Brachypteracias — 1 Species

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Short-legged Ground-Roller

Brachypteracias leptosomus

VU

Data verified Maret 2026

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