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鯨頭鸛 (Shoebill)

Balaeniceps rex

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (动物界)
Phylum
Chordata (脊索动物门)
Class
Aves (鳥綱)
Order
Pelecaniformes (鹈形目)
Family
Balaenicipitidae
Genus
Balaeniceps
Species
Balaeniceps rex (鯨頭鸛)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ハシビロコウ
Chinese 鯨頭鸛
Spanish Picozapato
French Bec-en-sabot du Nil
German Schuhschnabel
Portuguese bico-de-sapato
Russian Китоглав

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of 鯨頭鸛?
The scientific name of 鯨頭鸛 is Balaeniceps rex. It belongs to the genus Balaeniceps.
What is the conservation status of 鯨頭鸛?
鯨頭鸛 (Balaeniceps rex) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does 鯨頭鸛 live?
鯨頭鸛 is found in Found in Norway. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Norway.
What family does 鯨頭鸛 belong to?
鯨頭鸛 (Balaeniceps rex) belongs to the genus Balaeniceps, which is part of the taxonomic family Balaenicipitidae.
Is 鯨頭鸛 endangered?
Yes, 鯨頭鸛 (Balaeniceps rex) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does 鯨頭鸛 belong to?
鯨頭鸛 (Balaeniceps rex) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (动物界).

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Balaeniceps — 1 Species

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鯨頭鸛
Balaeniceps rex
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