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Kentish Plover

Charadrius alexandrinus

Critically Endangered

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Kentish Plover (Charadrius alexandrinus) is classified as Critically Endangered (CR) on the IUCN Red List. Facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild due to severe population decline and habitat loss.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, temperate coniferous forests, and temperate grasslands and steppes within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

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

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇦 Ukraine

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Charadriiformes (Charadriiformes)

Species

Charadrius alexandrinus (Kentish Plover)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese シロチドリ

Chinese 東方環頸鴴

Spanish Chorlo nevado

French gravelot à collier interrompu

German Seeregenpfeifer

Portuguese borrelho-de-coleira-interrompida

Russian Морской зуёк

Arabic الزقزاق الاسكندراني

Thai นกหัวโตขาดำ

Similar Species in Charadrius

Chestnut-banded Plover

Critically Endangered

Charadrius morinellus

Charadrius leschenaultii

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Kentish Plover?

The scientific name of Kentish Plover is Charadrius alexandrinus. It belongs to the genus Charadrius.

What is the conservation status of Kentish Plover?

Kentish Plover (Charadrius alexandrinus) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Kentish Plover live?

Kentish Plover is found in Found across Europe (6 countries). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Ukraine.

What family does Kentish Plover belong to?

Kentish Plover (Charadrius alexandrinus) belongs to the genus Charadrius, which is part of the taxonomic family Charadriidae.

Is Kentish Plover endangered?

Yes, Kentish Plover (Charadrius alexandrinus) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Kentish Plover belong to?

Kentish Plover (Charadrius alexandrinus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Kentish Plover?

The closest relatives of Kentish Plover in the genus Charadrius include Caspian Plover, Chestnut-banded Plover, Collared Plover, Common Ringed Plover, Double-banded Plover.