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American Woodcock

Scolopax minor

Least Concern

About

The American Woodcock (Scolopax minor) is a species in the genus Scolopax. 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.

Distributed across Norway and United States.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (hayvan)

Phylum

Chordata (Kordalılar)

Class

Aves (kuş)

Order

Charadriiformes (Yağmur kuşları)

Species

Scolopax minor (American Woodcock)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese アメリカヤマシギ

Chinese 小丘鷸

Spanish Chocha americana

French Bécasse d'Amérique

German Kanadaschnepfe

Portuguese galinhola-pequena

Russian Американский вальдшнеп

Similar Species in Scolopax

Scolopax bukidnonensis

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of American Woodcock?

The scientific name of American Woodcock is Scolopax minor. It belongs to the genus Scolopax.

What is the conservation status of American Woodcock?

American Woodcock (Scolopax minor) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does American Woodcock live?

American Woodcock is found in Distributed across Norway and United States.. Countries include Norway, United States.

What family does American Woodcock belong to?

American Woodcock (Scolopax minor) belongs to the genus Scolopax, which is part of the taxonomic family Scolopacidae.

Is American Woodcock endangered?

No, American Woodcock (Scolopax minor) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does American Woodcock belong to?

American Woodcock (Scolopax minor) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hayvan).

What are the closest relatives of American Woodcock?

The closest relatives of American Woodcock in the genus Scolopax include Amami Woodcock, Eurasian Woodcock, Javan Woodcock, Moluccan Woodcock, New Guinea Woodcock.