African forest elephant

Loxodonta cyclotis

Critically Endangered

About

The African forest elephant (Loxodonta cyclotis) is a species in the genus Loxodonta. It is currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Mammalia (Säugetiere)

Order

Proboscidea (Rüsseltiere)

Family

Elephantidae (Elephants)

Genus

Loxodonta (African Elephants)

Species

Loxodonta cyclotis (African forest elephant)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Elefante de Bosque

French Éléphant de forêt

Similar Species in Loxodonta

Afrikanischer Elefant

Loxodonta africana

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of African forest elephant?

The scientific name of African forest elephant is Loxodonta cyclotis. It belongs to the genus Loxodonta.

What is the conservation status of African forest elephant?

African forest elephant (Loxodonta cyclotis) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does African forest elephant belong to?

African forest elephant (Loxodonta cyclotis) belongs to the genus Loxodonta, which is part of the taxonomic family Elephantidae.

Is African forest elephant endangered?

Yes, African forest elephant (Loxodonta cyclotis) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does African forest elephant belong to?

African forest elephant (Loxodonta cyclotis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of African forest elephant?

The closest relatives of African forest elephant in the genus Loxodonta include Afrikanischer Elefant.