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Jerdon's Courser

Rhinoptilus bitorquatus

Critically Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Aves (นก)

Order

Charadriiformes (Charadriiformes)

Species

Rhinoptilus bitorquatus (Jerdon's Courser)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese クビワスナバシリ

Chinese 约氏走鸻

Spanish Corredor del Godavari

French Courvite de Jerdon

German Godavarirennvogel

Portuguese corredor-do-godavari

Russian Бегунок Джердона

Similar Species in Rhinoptilus

Bronze-winged Courser

Rhinoptilus chalcopterus

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Jerdon's Courser?

The scientific name of Jerdon's Courser is Rhinoptilus bitorquatus. It belongs to the genus Rhinoptilus.

What is the conservation status of Jerdon's Courser?

Jerdon's Courser (Rhinoptilus bitorquatus) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Jerdon's Courser live?

Jerdon's Courser is found in Found in Norway. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Norway.

What family does Jerdon's Courser belong to?

Jerdon's Courser (Rhinoptilus bitorquatus) belongs to the genus Rhinoptilus, which is part of the taxonomic family Glareolidae.

Is Jerdon's Courser endangered?

Yes, Jerdon's Courser (Rhinoptilus bitorquatus) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Jerdon's Courser belong to?

Jerdon's Courser (Rhinoptilus bitorquatus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Jerdon's Courser?

The closest relatives of Jerdon's Courser in the genus Rhinoptilus include Three-banded Courser, Bronze-winged Courser.