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オオホウカンチョウ (Great Curassow)

Crax rubra

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Japanese オオホウカンチョウ
Chinese 大凤冠雉
Spanish Hocofaisán
French Grand Hocco
German Tuberkelhokko
Portuguese mutum-grande
Russian Большой кракс

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of オオホウカンチョウ?
The scientific name of オオホウカンチョウ is Crax rubra. It belongs to the genus Crax.
What is the conservation status of オオホウカンチョウ?
オオホウカンチョウ (Crax rubra) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does オオホウカンチョウ live?
オオホウカンチョウ is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Norway. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway.
What family does オオホウカンチョウ belong to?
オオホウカンチョウ (Crax rubra) belongs to the genus Crax, which is part of the taxonomic family Cracidae.
Is オオホウカンチョウ endangered?
Yes, オオホウカンチョウ (Crax rubra) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does オオホウカンチョウ belong to?
オオホウカンチョウ (Crax rubra) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).
What are the closest relatives of オオホウカンチョウ?
The closest relatives of オオホウカンチョウ in the genus Crax include アオコブホウカンチョウ, アカハシホウカンチョウ, キコブホウカンチョウ, ハゲガオホウカンチョウ, ホオダレホウカンチョウ.

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