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African Finfoot

Podica senegalensis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Gruiformes ›Family: Heliornithidae ›Genus: Podica

About

The African finfoot (Podica senegalensis) is an aquatic bird from the family Heliornithidae (the finfoots and sungrebe). The species lives in the rivers and lakes of western, central, and southern Africa.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of African Finfoot?
The scientific name of African Finfoot is Podica senegalensis.
What is the conservation status of African Finfoot?
The African Finfoot has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does African Finfoot belong to?
African Finfoot belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does African Finfoot belong to?
African Finfoot belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does African Finfoot belong to?
African Finfoot belongs to the class Aves.
What order does African Finfoot belong to?
African Finfoot belongs to the order Gruiformes.
What family does African Finfoot belong to?
African Finfoot belongs to the family Heliornithidae.
What genus does African Finfoot belong to?
African Finfoot belongs to the genus Podica.