Philippine mouse-deer

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (حيوانات)

Phylum

Chordata (حبليات)

Class

Mammalia (ثدييات)

Order

Artiodactyla (مزدوجات الأصابع)

Family

Tragulidae

Genus

Tragulus

Species

Tragulus nigricans (Philippine mouse-deer)

Names in Other Languages

French Chevrotain de Balbac

Similar Species in Tragulus

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greater mouse-deer

Tragulus napu

Least Concern

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lesser mouse-deer

Tragulus javanicus

Data Deficient

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lesser mouse-deer

Tragulus kanchil

Least Concern

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Williamson's Mouse-deer

Tragulus williamsoni

Data Deficient

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Vietnam Mouse-deer

Tragulus versicolor

Data Deficient

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Philippine mouse-deer?

The scientific name of Philippine mouse-deer is Tragulus nigricans. It belongs to the genus Tragulus.

What is the conservation status of Philippine mouse-deer?

Philippine mouse-deer (Tragulus nigricans) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Philippine mouse-deer belong to?

Philippine mouse-deer (Tragulus nigricans) belongs to the genus Tragulus, which is part of the taxonomic family Tragulidae.

Is Philippine mouse-deer endangered?

Yes, Philippine mouse-deer (Tragulus nigricans) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Philippine mouse-deer belong to?

Philippine mouse-deer (Tragulus nigricans) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (حيوانات).

What are the closest relatives of Philippine mouse-deer?

The closest relatives of Philippine mouse-deer in the genus Tragulus include greater mouse-deer, lesser mouse-deer, lesser mouse-deer, Williamson's Mouse-deer, Vietnam Mouse-deer.