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Jack Snipe

Lymnocryptes minimus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Charadriiformes ›Family: Scolopacidae ›Genus: Lymnocryptes

About

The jack snipe (Lymnocryptes minimus) is a small stocky wader. It is the smallest snipe, and the only member of the genus Lymnocryptes. Features such as its sternum make it quite distinct from other snipes or woodcocks.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Jack Snipe?
The scientific name of Jack Snipe is Lymnocryptes minimus.
What is the conservation status of Jack Snipe?
The Jack Snipe has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Jack Snipe belong to?
Jack Snipe belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Jack Snipe belong to?
Jack Snipe belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Jack Snipe belong to?
Jack Snipe belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Jack Snipe belong to?
Jack Snipe belongs to the order Charadriiformes.
What family does Jack Snipe belong to?
Jack Snipe belongs to the family Scolopacidae.
What genus does Jack Snipe belong to?
Jack Snipe belongs to the genus Lymnocryptes.