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ミゾゴイ (Japanese Night-Heron)

Gorsachius goisagi

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Pelecaniformes (ペリカン目)

Species

Gorsachius goisagi (ミゾゴイ)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ミゾゴイ

Chinese 麻鷺

Spanish Martinete japonés

French Bihoreau goisagi

German Rotscheitelreiher

Portuguese savacu-japonês

Russian Японская кваква

Similar Species in Gorsachius

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ズグロミゾゴイ

Gorsachius melanolophus

Least Concern

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セジロミゾゴイ

Gorsachius leuconotus

Not Evaluated

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ハイナンミゾゴイ

Gorsachius magnificus

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ミゾゴイ?

The scientific name of ミゾゴイ is Gorsachius goisagi. It belongs to the genus Gorsachius.

What is the conservation status of ミゾゴイ?

ミゾゴイ (Gorsachius goisagi) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does ミゾゴイ live?

ミゾゴイ is found in Distributed across Norway and Taiwan. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Norway, Taiwan.

What family does ミゾゴイ belong to?

ミゾゴイ (Gorsachius goisagi) belongs to the genus Gorsachius, which is part of the taxonomic family Ardeidae.

Is ミゾゴイ endangered?

Yes, ミゾゴイ (Gorsachius goisagi) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does ミゾゴイ belong to?

ミゾゴイ (Gorsachius goisagi) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).

What are the closest relatives of ミゾゴイ?

The closest relatives of ミゾゴイ in the genus Gorsachius include ズグロミゾゴイ, セジロミゾゴイ, ハイナンミゾゴイ.