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雪鵐 (Snow Bunting)

Plectrophenax nivalis

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

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

Found across Europe (5 countries) and North America (United States).

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ユキホオジロ
Chinese 雪鵐
Spanish Escribano Nival
French Bruant des neiges
German Schneeammer
Portuguese escrevedeira-das-neves
Russian Пуночка

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of 雪鵐?
The scientific name of 雪鵐 is Plectrophenax nivalis. It belongs to the genus Plectrophenax.
What is the conservation status of 雪鵐?
雪鵐 (Plectrophenax nivalis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does 雪鵐 live?
雪鵐 is found in Found across Europe (5 countries) and North America (United States).. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Russia, Sweden, United States.
What family does 雪鵐 belong to?
雪鵐 (Plectrophenax nivalis) belongs to the genus Plectrophenax, which is part of the taxonomic family Calcariidae.
Is 雪鵐 endangered?
No, 雪鵐 (Plectrophenax nivalis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does 雪鵐 belong to?
雪鵐 (Plectrophenax nivalis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (动物界).
What are the closest relatives of 雪鵐?
The closest relatives of 雪鵐 in the genus Plectrophenax include 馬凱氏鵐.

Native Range — 6 Countries

Genus Plectrophenax — 2 Species

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雪鵐
Plectrophenax nivalis
LC
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馬凱氏鵐
Plectrophenax hyperboreus
LC

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