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Cotovia-cornuda

Eremophila alpestris

Least Concern

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A espécie de cotovia de distribuição mais ampla, a cotovia-de-chifres-comum (Eremophila alpestris) —chamada cotovia-das-praias na Europa— habita terrenos abertos e expostos desde a tundra ártica e os campos alpinos até praias costeiras e pradarias da América do Norte, Europa, Ásia e norte da África. Seu nome vem dos pequenos tufos de penas pretas na cabeça do macho. Estão entre as primeiras aves a chegar às áreas de reprodução no início da primavera, quando a tundra ainda está coberta de neve. Alimentam-se de sementes e insetos no solo ao longo de todo o ano.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Europe (5 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇷🇺 Russia 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States 🇨🇴 Colombia

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Passeriformes (Songbirds)

Species

Eremophila alpestris (Cotovia-cornuda)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ハマヒバリ

Chinese 角百灵

Spanish Alondra cornuda

French Alouette hausse-col

German Ohrenlerche

Portuguese Cotovia-cornuda

Russian Рогатый жаворонок

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cotovia-cornuda?

The scientific name of Cotovia-cornuda is Eremophila alpestris. It belongs to the genus Eremophila.

What is the conservation status of Cotovia-cornuda?

Cotovia-cornuda (Eremophila alpestris) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Cotovia-cornuda live?

Cotovia-cornuda is found in Widely distributed across Europe (5 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia).. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Denmark, Norway, Russia, Sweden, United States.

What family does Cotovia-cornuda belong to?

Cotovia-cornuda (Eremophila alpestris) belongs to the genus Eremophila, which is part of the taxonomic family Alaudidae.

Is Cotovia-cornuda endangered?

No, Cotovia-cornuda (Eremophila alpestris) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Cotovia-cornuda belong to?

Cotovia-cornuda (Eremophila alpestris) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Cotovia-cornuda?

The closest relatives of Cotovia-cornuda in the genus Eremophila include calhandra-cornuda-do-deserto, bastard-sandalwood, mountain-sandalwood, Bignonia Emu-bush, longleaf emubush.