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Northern Shoveler

Spatula clypeata

Near Threatened

About

Northern Shoveler (Spatula clypeata) is classified as Near Threatened (NT) on the IUCN Red List. Close to qualifying as threatened, with populations that may become vulnerable without conservation action.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Europe (4 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Venezuela). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (hayvan)

Phylum

Chordata (Kordalılar)

Class

Aves (kuş)

Order

Anseriformes (Kazsılar)

Species

Spatula clypeata (Northern Shoveler)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Cuchara común

French Canard souchet

German Löffelente

Portuguese pato-colhereiro

Arabic أبو مجرف, أ الكيش

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Northern Shoveler?

The scientific name of Northern Shoveler is Spatula clypeata. It belongs to the genus Spatula.

What is the conservation status of Northern Shoveler?

Northern Shoveler (Spatula clypeata) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Northern Shoveler live?

Northern Shoveler is found in Widely distributed across Europe (4 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Venezuela). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, United States, Venezuela.

What family does Northern Shoveler belong to?

Northern Shoveler (Spatula clypeata) belongs to the genus Spatula, which is part of the taxonomic family Anatidae.

What kingdom does Northern Shoveler belong to?

Northern Shoveler (Spatula clypeata) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hayvan).

What are the closest relatives of Northern Shoveler?

The closest relatives of Northern Shoveler in the genus Spatula include Australian Shoveler, Cinnamon Teal, Blue-winged Teal, Garganey, Hottentot Teal.