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Semipalmated Plover

Charadrius semipalmatus

Least Concern

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Semipalmated Plover (Charadrius semipalmatus) 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.

Widely distributed across Europe (Norway, Sweden), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇸 United States 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Charadriiformes (Charadriiformes)

Species

Charadrius semipalmatus (Semipalmated Plover)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ミズカキチドリ

Chinese 半蹼鴴

Spanish Chorlo semipalmeado

French Pluvier à semipalmé

German Amerikanischer Sandregenpfeifer

Portuguese batuíra-de-bando

Russian Перепончатопалый галстучник

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 Semipalmated Plover?

The scientific name of Semipalmated Plover is Charadrius semipalmatus. It belongs to the genus Charadrius.

What is the conservation status of Semipalmated Plover?

Semipalmated Plover (Charadrius semipalmatus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Semipalmated Plover live?

Semipalmated Plover is found in Widely distributed across Europe (Norway, Sweden), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, Sweden, United States, Venezuela.

What family does Semipalmated Plover belong to?

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

Is Semipalmated Plover endangered?

No, Semipalmated Plover (Charadrius semipalmatus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Semipalmated Plover belong to?

Semipalmated Plover (Charadrius semipalmatus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Semipalmated Plover?

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