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Eurasian Blackcap

Sylvia atricapilla

Least Concern

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Eurasian Blackcap (Sylvia atricapilla) 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.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Russia, and Sweden.

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

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Passeriformes (Songbirds)

Species

Sylvia atricapilla (Eurasian Blackcap)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ズグロムシクイ

Chinese 黑頂林鶯

Spanish Curruca Capirotada

French Fauvette à tête noire

German Mönchsgrasmücke

Portuguese toutinegra-de-barrete

Russian Славка-черноголовка

Similar Species in Sylvia

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African Desert Warbler

Critically Endangered

Chestnut-vented Warbler

Sylvia subcaerulea

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Eurasian Blackcap?

The scientific name of Eurasian Blackcap is Sylvia atricapilla. It belongs to the genus Sylvia.

What is the conservation status of Eurasian Blackcap?

Eurasian Blackcap (Sylvia atricapilla) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Eurasian Blackcap live?

Eurasian Blackcap is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Russia, and Sweden.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Russia, Sweden.

What family does Eurasian Blackcap belong to?

Eurasian Blackcap (Sylvia atricapilla) belongs to the genus Sylvia, which is part of the taxonomic family Sylviidae.

Is Eurasian Blackcap endangered?

No, Eurasian Blackcap (Sylvia atricapilla) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Eurasian Blackcap belong to?

Eurasian Blackcap (Sylvia atricapilla) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Eurasian Blackcap?

The closest relatives of Eurasian Blackcap in the genus Sylvia include African Desert Warbler, Arabian Warbler, Asian Desert Warbler, Balearic Warbler, Banded Parisoma.