Fluß-Manati

Trichechus inunguis

Vulnerable

About

The Amazonian manatee (Trichechus inunguis) is a species in the genus Trichechus. It is currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Distributed across Colombia and Ecuador. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Mammalia (Säugetiere)

Species

Trichechus inunguis (Fluß-Manati)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Lamantino Amazónico

French Lamantin D'Amérique Du Sud

German Fluß-Manati

Portuguese Peixe-boi Amazónico

Similar Species in Trichechus

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Afrikanischer Manati

Trichechus senegalensis

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Fluß-Manati?

The scientific name of Fluß-Manati is Trichechus inunguis. It belongs to the genus Trichechus.

What is the conservation status of Fluß-Manati?

Fluß-Manati (Trichechus inunguis) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Fluß-Manati live?

Fluß-Manati is found in Distributed across Colombia and Ecuador. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador.

What family does Fluß-Manati belong to?

Fluß-Manati (Trichechus inunguis) belongs to the genus Trichechus, which is part of the taxonomic family Trichechidae.

Is Fluß-Manati endangered?

Yes, Fluß-Manati (Trichechus inunguis) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Fluß-Manati belong to?

Fluß-Manati (Trichechus inunguis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Fluß-Manati?

The closest relatives of Fluß-Manati in the genus Trichechus include Afrikanischer Manati, Nagel-Manati.