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褐翅翡翠 (Brown-winged Kingfisher)

Pelargopsis amauroptera

Near Threatened

About

The Brown-winged Kingfisher (Pelargopsis amauroptera) is a species in the genus Pelargopsis. It is currently classified as Near Threatened 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. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Japanese チャバネコウハシショウビン
Chinese 褐翅翡翠
Spanish Alción alipardo
French Martin-chasseur à ailes brunes
German Braunflügelliest
Russian Белокрылый гуриал
Thai นกกะเต็นใหญ่ปีกสีน้ำตาล

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of 褐翅翡翠?
The scientific name of 褐翅翡翠 is Pelargopsis amauroptera. It belongs to the genus Pelargopsis.
What is the conservation status of 褐翅翡翠?
褐翅翡翠 (Pelargopsis amauroptera) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does 褐翅翡翠 live?
褐翅翡翠 is found in Found in Norway. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Norway.
What family does 褐翅翡翠 belong to?
褐翅翡翠 (Pelargopsis amauroptera) belongs to the genus Pelargopsis, which is part of the taxonomic family Alcedinidae.
What kingdom does 褐翅翡翠 belong to?
褐翅翡翠 (Pelargopsis amauroptera) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (动物界).
What are the closest relatives of 褐翅翡翠?
The closest relatives of 褐翅翡翠 in the genus Pelargopsis include 大嘴翡翠, 鸛嘴翡翠.

Native Range — 1 Countries

Genus Pelargopsis — 3 Species

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