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白鞘嘴鷗 (Snowy Sheathbill)

Chionis albus

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Belgium, France, Netherlands, Norway, and United Kingdom.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

Japanese サヤハシチドリ
Chinese 白鞘嘴鷗
Spanish Picovaina de las Malvinas
French Chionis blanc
German Weißgesicht-Scheidenschnabel
Portuguese pomba-antártica
Russian Белая ржанка

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of 白鞘嘴鷗?
The scientific name of 白鞘嘴鷗 is Chionis albus. It belongs to the genus Chionis.
What is the conservation status of 白鞘嘴鷗?
白鞘嘴鷗 (Chionis albus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does 白鞘嘴鷗 live?
白鞘嘴鷗 is found in Distributed across Belgium, France, Netherlands, Norway, and United Kingdom.. Countries include Belgium, France, Netherlands, Norway, United Kingdom.
What family does 白鞘嘴鷗 belong to?
白鞘嘴鷗 (Chionis albus) belongs to the genus Chionis, which is part of the taxonomic family Chionidae.
Is 白鞘嘴鷗 endangered?
No, 白鞘嘴鷗 (Chionis albus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does 白鞘嘴鷗 belong to?
白鞘嘴鷗 (Chionis albus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (动物界).
What are the closest relatives of 白鞘嘴鷗?
The closest relatives of 白鞘嘴鷗 in the genus Chionis include 黑脸鞘嘴鸥.

Native Range — 5 Countries

Genus Chionis — 2 Species

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白鞘嘴鷗
Chionis albus
LC
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黑脸鞘嘴鸥
Chionis minor
LC

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