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torcicolo

Jynx torquilla

Critically Endangered

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O torcicolo-euroasiático (Jynx torquilla) está classificado como Criticamente Em Perigo (CR) na Lista Vermelha da UICN. Enfrenta risco extremamente alto de extinção no estado selvagem devido ao severo declínio populacional e à perda de habitat.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, temperate coniferous forests, and boreal forests and taiga, among 8 distinct biome types within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found across Europe (6 countries). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇷🇺 Russia 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇱🇺 Luxembourg

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Piciformes (Piciformes)

Species

Jynx torquilla (torcicolo)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese アリスイ

Chinese 地啄木〔蟻鴷〕

Spanish Torcecuello euroasiático

French torcol fourmilier

German Wendehals

Portuguese torcicolo

Russian Вертишейка

Thai นกคอพัน

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of torcicolo?

The scientific name of torcicolo is Jynx torquilla. It belongs to the genus Jynx.

What is the conservation status of torcicolo?

torcicolo (Jynx torquilla) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does torcicolo live?

torcicolo is found in Found across Europe (6 countries). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Russia, Sweden.

What family does torcicolo belong to?

torcicolo (Jynx torquilla) belongs to the genus Jynx, which is part of the taxonomic family Picidae.

Is torcicolo endangered?

Yes, torcicolo (Jynx torquilla) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does torcicolo belong to?

torcicolo (Jynx torquilla) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of torcicolo?

The closest relatives of torcicolo in the genus Jynx include torcicolo-de-garganta-castanha.