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African Spoonbill

Platalea alba

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Pelecaniformes ›Family: Threskiornithidae ›Genus: Platalea

About

The African spoonbill (Platalea alba) is a long-legged wading bird of the ibis and spoonbill family Threskiornithidae. The species is widespread across Africa and Madagascar, including Botswana, Kenya, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, and Zimbabwe.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of African Spoonbill?
The scientific name of African Spoonbill is Platalea alba.
What is the conservation status of African Spoonbill?
The African Spoonbill has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does African Spoonbill belong to?
African Spoonbill belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does African Spoonbill belong to?
African Spoonbill belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does African Spoonbill belong to?
African Spoonbill belongs to the class Aves.
What order does African Spoonbill belong to?
African Spoonbill belongs to the order Pelecaniformes.
What family does African Spoonbill belong to?
African Spoonbill belongs to the family Threskiornithidae.
What genus does African Spoonbill belong to?
African Spoonbill belongs to the genus Platalea.