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Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

Least Concern

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Stilt Sandpiper (Calidris himantopus) 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 Asia (Taiwan), Europe (Denmark, Norway, Sweden), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Charadriiformes (Charadriiformes)

Species

Calidris himantopus (Stilt Sandpiper)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese アシナガシギ

Chinese 高跷鹬

Spanish Playero zancón

French Bécasseau à échasses

German Bindenstrandläufer

Portuguese maçarico-pernilongo

Russian Ходулочниковый песочник

Similar Species in Calidris

Broad-billed Sandpiper

Calidris falcinellus

Least Concern

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Buff-breasted Sandpiper

Calidris subruficollis

Calidris tenuirostris

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Stilt Sandpiper?

The scientific name of Stilt Sandpiper is Calidris himantopus. It belongs to the genus Calidris.

What is the conservation status of Stilt Sandpiper?

Stilt Sandpiper (Calidris himantopus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Stilt Sandpiper live?

Stilt Sandpiper is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (Denmark, Norway, Sweden), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).. Countries include Colombia, Denmark, Ecuador, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan, United States, Venezuela.

What family does Stilt Sandpiper belong to?

Stilt Sandpiper (Calidris himantopus) belongs to the genus Calidris, which is part of the taxonomic family Scolopacidae.

Is Stilt Sandpiper endangered?

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

What kingdom does Stilt Sandpiper belong to?

Stilt Sandpiper (Calidris himantopus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Stilt Sandpiper?

The closest relatives of Stilt Sandpiper in the genus Calidris include Baird's Sandpiper, Broad-billed Sandpiper, Buff-breasted Sandpiper, Curlew Sandpiper, Dunlin.