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Hamerkop

Scopus umbretta

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Pelecaniformes ›Family: Scopidae ›Genus: Scopus

About

The hamerkop (Scopus umbretta), is a medium-sized wading bird. It is the only living species in the genus Scopus and the family Scopidae. The shape of its head with a long bill and crest at the back is reminiscent of a hammer, which has given this species its name. It is found in Africa, Madagascar to Arabia, living in a wide variety of wetlands, including estuaries, lakesides, fish ponds, riverbanks and rocky coasts. The hamerkop, which...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hamerkop?
The scientific name of Hamerkop is Scopus umbretta.
What is the conservation status of Hamerkop?
The Hamerkop has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Hamerkop belong to?
Hamerkop belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Hamerkop belong to?
Hamerkop belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Hamerkop belong to?
Hamerkop belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Hamerkop belong to?
Hamerkop belongs to the order Pelecaniformes.
What family does Hamerkop belong to?
Hamerkop belongs to the family Scopidae.
What genus does Hamerkop belong to?
Hamerkop belongs to the genus Scopus.