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Barnacle Goose

Branta leucopsis

Least Concern

About

Barnacle Goose (Branta leucopsis) is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Widespread and abundant across its range, with stable populations and no immediate conservation concerns.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found across Europe (10 countries) and North America (United States).

🇦🇹 Austria 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇮 Finland 🇫🇷 France 🇩🇪 Germany 🇳🇱 Netherlands 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Anseriformes (Anseriformes)

Species

Branta leucopsis (Barnacle Goose)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese カオジロガン

Chinese 白頰黑雁

Spanish Barnacla cariblanca

French bernache nonnette

German Weisswangengans

Portuguese ganso-marisco

Russian Белощёкая казарка

Similar Species in Branta

Canada Goose (canadensis Group)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Barnacle Goose?

The scientific name of Barnacle Goose is Branta leucopsis. It belongs to the genus Branta.

What is the conservation status of Barnacle Goose?

Barnacle Goose (Branta leucopsis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Barnacle Goose live?

Barnacle Goose is found in Found across Europe (10 countries) and North America (United States).. Countries include Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, United Kingdom.

What family does Barnacle Goose belong to?

Barnacle Goose (Branta leucopsis) belongs to the genus Branta, which is part of the taxonomic family Anatidae.

Is Barnacle Goose endangered?

No, Barnacle Goose (Branta leucopsis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Barnacle Goose belong to?

Barnacle Goose (Branta leucopsis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Barnacle Goose?

The closest relatives of Barnacle Goose in the genus Branta include Brant, Cackling Goose, Canada Goose (canadensis Group), Hawaiian Goose, Red-breasted Goose.