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Spotted Sandpiper

Actitis macularius

Least Concern

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Spotted Sandpiper (Actitis macularius) 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 (4 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇸 United States 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Charadriiformes (Charadriiformes)

Species

Actitis macularius (Spotted Sandpiper)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese アメリカイソシギ

Chinese 斑腹矶鹬

Spanish andarrios maculado

French Chevalier grivelé

German Drosseluferläufer

Portuguese maçarico-pintado

Russian Пятнистый перевозчик

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Spotted Sandpiper?

The scientific name of Spotted Sandpiper is Actitis macularius. It belongs to the genus Actitis.

What is the conservation status of Spotted Sandpiper?

Spotted Sandpiper (Actitis macularius) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Spotted Sandpiper live?

Spotted Sandpiper is found in Widely distributed across Europe (4 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Denmark, Ecuador, Norway, Sweden, United States, Venezuela.

What family does Spotted Sandpiper belong to?

Spotted Sandpiper (Actitis macularius) belongs to the genus Actitis, which is part of the taxonomic family Scolopacidae.

Is Spotted Sandpiper endangered?

No, Spotted Sandpiper (Actitis macularius) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Spotted Sandpiper belong to?

Spotted Sandpiper (Actitis macularius) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Spotted Sandpiper?

The closest relatives of Spotted Sandpiper in the genus Actitis include Common Sandpiper.