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克岛燕鸥 (Kerguelen Tern)

Sterna virgata

Near Threatened

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 ケルゲレンアジサシ
Chinese 克岛燕鸥
Spanish Charrán de las Kerguelen
French Sterne de Kerguelen
German Kerguelenseeschwalbe
Portuguese trinta-réis-das-kerguelen
Russian Кергеленская крачка

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of 克岛燕鸥?
The scientific name of 克岛燕鸥 is Sterna virgata. It belongs to the genus Sterna.
What is the conservation status of 克岛燕鸥?
克岛燕鸥 (Sterna virgata) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does 克岛燕鸥 live?
克岛燕鸥 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 克岛燕鸥 belong to?
克岛燕鸥 (Sterna virgata) belongs to the genus Sterna, which is part of the taxonomic family Laridae.
What kingdom does 克岛燕鸥 belong to?
克岛燕鸥 (Sterna virgata) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (动物界).
What are the closest relatives of 克岛燕鸥?
The closest relatives of 克岛燕鸥 in the genus Sterna include 加拿大燕鷗, 北极燕鸥, 南极燕鸥, 南美燕鷗, 普通燕鷗.

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