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Vulnerable

St. Helena Plover

Anarhynchus sanctaehelenae

St. Helena Plover (Anarhynchus sanctaehelenae) — Shorebirds, Gulls & Auks of Oceans & Seabirds.

The St. Helena Plover (Anarhynchus sanctaehelenae) is a member of the Charadriidae family found in Oceans & Seabirds. The IUCN Red List lists it as Vulnerable.

VU Vulnerable

Facing a high risk of extinction in the wild.

Where it fits

  1. Class Aves
  2. Order Charadriiformes
  3. Family Charadriidae Plovers
  4. Genus Anarhynchus
  5. Species sanctaehelenae

Where it lives

St. Helena (tropical southeastern Atlantic Ocean)

Quick facts

Family
Charadriidae

Biology & behaviour

The St. Helena Plover (Anarhynchus sanctaehelenae) belongs to the Charadriidae family of the order Charadriiformes. It occurs naturally across Oceans & Seabirds. Its distribution covers AO St. Helena (tropical se Atlantic Ocean).

It is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List and is a focus of conservation concern. Vulnerable species face a high risk of extinction in the wild if pressures continue.

Frequently asked questions

Where does the St. Helena Plover live?

The St. Helena Plover is found across Oceans & Seabirds with a range covering AO St. Helena (tropical se Atlantic Ocean).

What family does the St. Helena Plover belong to?

The St. Helena Plover (Anarhynchus sanctaehelenae) belongs to the Charadriidae family, in the order Charadriiformes.

Is the St. Helena Plover endangered?

It is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List and is a focus of conservation concern Vulnerable species face a high risk of extinction in the wild if pressures continue.

Conservation

Vulnerable

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