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Black-headed Heron

Ardea melanocephala

Least Concern

About

The Black-headed Heron (Ardea melanocephala) is a species in the genus Ardea. It is currently classified as Least Concern 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.

Found in Norway.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Aves (นก)

Order

Pelecaniformes (อันดับนกกระทุง)

Species

Ardea melanocephala (Black-headed Heron)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ズグロアオサギ

Chinese 黑头鹭

Spanish Garza cabecinegra

French Héron mélanocéphale

German Schwarzhalsreiher

Portuguese garça-de-cabeça-preta

Russian Черношейная цапля

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Black-headed Heron?

The scientific name of Black-headed Heron is Ardea melanocephala. It belongs to the genus Ardea.

What is the conservation status of Black-headed Heron?

Black-headed Heron (Ardea melanocephala) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Black-headed Heron live?

Black-headed Heron is found in Found in Norway.. Countries include Norway.

What family does Black-headed Heron belong to?

Black-headed Heron (Ardea melanocephala) belongs to the genus Ardea, which is part of the taxonomic family Ardeidae.

Is Black-headed Heron endangered?

No, Black-headed Heron (Ardea melanocephala) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Black-headed Heron belong to?

Black-headed Heron (Ardea melanocephala) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Black-headed Heron?

The closest relatives of Black-headed Heron in the genus Ardea include นกกระสาแดง, นกกระสานวล, นกกระสาใหญ่, Great Blue/Cocoi Heron, Goliath Heron.