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Eurasian Wryneck

Jynx torquilla

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Piciformes ›Family: Picidae ›Genus: Jynx

About

The Eurasian wryneck (Jynx torquilla) is a species of wryneck in the woodpecker family. This species mainly breeds in temperate regions of Europe and Asia. Most populations are migratory, wintering in tropical Africa and in southern Asia from Iran to the Indian Subcontinent, but some are resident in northwestern Africa. It is a bird of open countryside, woodland and orchards.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Eurasian Wryneck?
The scientific name of Eurasian Wryneck is Jynx torquilla.
What kingdom does Eurasian Wryneck belong to?
Eurasian Wryneck belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Eurasian Wryneck belong to?
Eurasian Wryneck belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Eurasian Wryneck belong to?
Eurasian Wryneck belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Eurasian Wryneck belong to?
Eurasian Wryneck belongs to the order Piciformes.
What family does Eurasian Wryneck belong to?
Eurasian Wryneck belongs to the family Picidae.
What genus does Eurasian Wryneck belong to?
Eurasian Wryneck belongs to the genus Jynx.