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麻鷺 (Japanese Night-Heron)

Gorsachius goisagi

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Norway and Taiwan. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Species

Gorsachius goisagi (麻鷺)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ミゾゴイ

Chinese 麻鷺

Spanish Martinete japonés

French Bihoreau goisagi

German Rotscheitelreiher

Portuguese savacu-japonês

Russian Японская кваква

Similar Species in Gorsachius

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海南虎斑鳽

Gorsachius magnificus

Not Evaluated

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白背夜鹭

Gorsachius leuconotus

Not Evaluated

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黑冠鳽

Gorsachius melanolophus

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of 麻鷺?

The scientific name of 麻鷺 is Gorsachius goisagi. It belongs to the genus Gorsachius.

What is the conservation status of 麻鷺?

麻鷺 (Gorsachius goisagi) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does 麻鷺 live?

麻鷺 is found in Distributed across Norway and Taiwan. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Norway, Taiwan.

What family does 麻鷺 belong to?

麻鷺 (Gorsachius goisagi) belongs to the genus Gorsachius, which is part of the taxonomic family Ardeidae.

Is 麻鷺 endangered?

Yes, 麻鷺 (Gorsachius goisagi) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does 麻鷺 belong to?

麻鷺 (Gorsachius goisagi) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (动物界).

What are the closest relatives of 麻鷺?

The closest relatives of 麻鷺 in the genus Gorsachius include 海南虎斑鳽, 白背夜鹭, 黑冠鳽.