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Somali Ostrich

Struthio molybdophanes

Vulnerable
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Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Norway. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ソマリアダチョウ
Chinese 索馬利亞鴕鳥
Spanish Avestruz somalí
French Autruche de Somalie
German Somalistrauß
Portuguese avestruz-somali
Russian Сомалийский страус

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Somali Ostrich?
The scientific name of Somali Ostrich is Struthio molybdophanes. It belongs to the genus Struthio.
What is the conservation status of Somali Ostrich?
Somali Ostrich (Struthio molybdophanes) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Somali Ostrich live?
Somali Ostrich is found in Found in Norway. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Norway.
What family does Somali Ostrich belong to?
Somali Ostrich (Struthio molybdophanes) belongs to the genus Struthio, which is part of the taxonomic family Struthionidae.
Is Somali Ostrich endangered?
Yes, Somali Ostrich (Struthio molybdophanes) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Somali Ostrich belong to?
Somali Ostrich (Struthio molybdophanes) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Somali Ostrich?
The closest relatives of Somali Ostrich in the genus Struthio include Common Ostrich.

Native Range — 1 Countries

Genus Struthio — 2 Species

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Common Ostrich
Struthio camelus
LC
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Somali Ostrich
Struthio molybdophanes
VU

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