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Masked Finfoot

Heliopais personatus

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.

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Japanese アジアヒレアシ
Chinese 亚洲鳍趾鷉
Spanish Avesol asiático
French Grébifoulque d'Asie
German Maskenbinsenralle
Portuguese picaparra-mascarada
Russian Азиатский лапчатоног
Thai นกฟินฟุต

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Masked Finfoot?
The scientific name of Masked Finfoot is Heliopais personatus. It belongs to the genus Heliopais.
What is the conservation status of Masked Finfoot?
Masked Finfoot (Heliopais personatus) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Masked Finfoot live?
Masked Finfoot 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 Masked Finfoot belong to?
Masked Finfoot (Heliopais personatus) belongs to the genus Heliopais, which is part of the taxonomic family Heliornithidae.
Is Masked Finfoot endangered?
Yes, Masked Finfoot (Heliopais personatus) 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 Masked Finfoot belong to?
Masked Finfoot (Heliopais personatus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hayvan).

Native Range — 1 Countries

Genus Heliopais — 1 Species

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Masked Finfoot
Heliopais personatus
CR

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