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Atlantic Puffin

Fratercula arctica

Vulnerable

About

The Atlantic Puffin (Fratercula arctica) is a species in the genus Fratercula. It is currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Aves (นก)

Order

Charadriiformes (Charadriiformes)

Species

Fratercula arctica (Atlantic Puffin)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ニシツノメドリ

Chinese 北极海鹦

Spanish Frailecillo Atlántico

French Macareux moine

German Papageitaucher

Portuguese Papagaio-do-mar

Russian Тупик

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Atlantic Puffin?

The scientific name of Atlantic Puffin is Fratercula arctica. It belongs to the genus Fratercula.

What is the conservation status of Atlantic Puffin?

Atlantic Puffin (Fratercula arctica) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Atlantic Puffin live?

Atlantic Puffin is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Atlantic Puffin belong to?

Atlantic Puffin (Fratercula arctica) belongs to the genus Fratercula, which is part of the taxonomic family Alcidae.

Is Atlantic Puffin endangered?

Yes, Atlantic Puffin (Fratercula arctica) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Atlantic Puffin belong to?

Atlantic Puffin (Fratercula arctica) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Atlantic Puffin?

The closest relatives of Atlantic Puffin in the genus Fratercula include Horned Puffin, Tufted Puffin.