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Black-winged Pratincole

Glareola nordmanni

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Charadriiformes ›Family: Glareolidae ›Genus: Glareola

About

The black-winged pratincole (Glareola nordmanni) is a wader in the pratincole bird family, Glareolidae. The genus name is a diminutive of Latin glarea, "gravel", referring to a typical nesting habitat for pratincoles. The species name commemorates the Finnish-born zoologist and explorer Alexander von Nordmann.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Black-winged Pratincole?
The scientific name of Black-winged Pratincole is Glareola nordmanni.
What is the conservation status of Black-winged Pratincole?
The Black-winged Pratincole has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
What kingdom does Black-winged Pratincole belong to?
Black-winged Pratincole belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Black-winged Pratincole belong to?
Black-winged Pratincole belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Black-winged Pratincole belong to?
Black-winged Pratincole belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Black-winged Pratincole belong to?
Black-winged Pratincole belongs to the order Charadriiformes.
What family does Black-winged Pratincole belong to?
Black-winged Pratincole belongs to the family Glareolidae.
What genus does Black-winged Pratincole belong to?
Black-winged Pratincole belongs to the genus Glareola.