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mergulhão-pequeno

Tachybaptus dominicus

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ヒメカイツブリ
Chinese 侏鸊鷈
Spanish Zampullín macacito
French Grèbe minime
German Schwarzkopf-Zwergtaucher
Portuguese mergulhão-pequeno
Russian Южноамериканская поганка

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of mergulhão-pequeno?
The scientific name of mergulhão-pequeno is Tachybaptus dominicus. It belongs to the genus Tachybaptus.
What is the conservation status of mergulhão-pequeno?
mergulhão-pequeno (Tachybaptus dominicus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does mergulhão-pequeno live?
mergulhão-pequeno is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, Venezuela.
What family does mergulhão-pequeno belong to?
mergulhão-pequeno (Tachybaptus dominicus) belongs to the genus Tachybaptus, which is part of the taxonomic family Podicipedidae.
Is mergulhão-pequeno endangered?
No, mergulhão-pequeno (Tachybaptus dominicus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does mergulhão-pequeno belong to?
mergulhão-pequeno (Tachybaptus dominicus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of mergulhão-pequeno?
The closest relatives of mergulhão-pequeno in the genus Tachybaptus include mergulhão-da-australásia, mergulhão-ferrugem, mergulhão-malgaxe, mergulhão-pequeno-castanho.

Native Range — 4 Countries

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