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Обыкновенный нанду

Rhea americana

Near Threatened
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Greater Rhea (Rhea americana) is classified as Near Threatened (NT) on the IUCN Red List. Close to qualifying as threatened, with populations that may become vulnerable without conservation action.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found across Europe (7 countries) and South America (Colombia, Ecuador). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Names in Other Languages

Japanese レア
Chinese 大美洲鴕
Spanish Ñandú común
French Nandou d'Amérique
German Nandu
Portuguese ema
Russian Обыкновенный нанду

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Обыкновенный нанду?
The scientific name of Обыкновенный нанду is Rhea americana. It belongs to the genus Rhea.
What is the conservation status of Обыкновенный нанду?
Обыкновенный нанду (Rhea americana) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Обыкновенный нанду live?
Обыкновенный нанду is found in Found across Europe (7 countries) and South America (Colombia, Ecuador). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Ecuador, France, Germany, Netherlands, Norway, Ukraine, United Kingdom.
What family does Обыкновенный нанду belong to?
Обыкновенный нанду (Rhea americana) belongs to the genus Rhea, which is part of the taxonomic family Rheidae.
What kingdom does Обыкновенный нанду belong to?
Обыкновенный нанду (Rhea americana) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (животные).
What are the closest relatives of Обыкновенный нанду?
The closest relatives of Обыкновенный нанду in the genus Rhea include Дарвинов нанду.

Native Range — 9 Countries

Genus Rhea — 2 Species

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Дарвинов нанду
Rhea pennata
LC
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Обыкновенный нанду
Rhea americana
NT

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