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Eurasian Curlew

Numenius arquata

Vulnerable

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Eurasian Curlew (Numenius arquata) is classified as Vulnerable (VU) on the IUCN Red List. Facing a high risk of endangerment in the wild, with declining populations and increasing habitat pressure.

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

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

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Charadriiformes (Charadriiformes)

Species

Numenius arquata (Eurasian Curlew)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ダイシャクシギ

Chinese 大杓鷸〔白腰杓鷸〕

Spanish Zarapito Real

French courlis cendré

German Grosser Brachvogel

Portuguese Maçarico-real

Russian Большой кроншнеп

Arabic كروان الماء, كروان الماء الكبير

Thai นกอีก๋อยใหญ่

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Bristle-thighed Curlew

Critically Endangered

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Far Eastern Curlew

Numenius madagascariensis

Slender-billed Curlew

Numenius tenuirostris

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Eurasian Curlew?

The scientific name of Eurasian Curlew is Numenius arquata. It belongs to the genus Numenius.

What is the conservation status of Eurasian Curlew?

Eurasian Curlew (Numenius arquata) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Eurasian Curlew live?

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

What family does Eurasian Curlew belong to?

Eurasian Curlew (Numenius arquata) belongs to the genus Numenius, which is part of the taxonomic family Scolopacidae.

Is Eurasian Curlew endangered?

Yes, Eurasian Curlew (Numenius arquata) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Eurasian Curlew belong to?

Eurasian Curlew (Numenius arquata) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Eurasian Curlew?

The closest relatives of Eurasian Curlew in the genus Numenius include Bristle-thighed Curlew, Eskimo Curlew, Far Eastern Curlew, Little Curlew, Long-billed Curlew.