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Mähnenschaf

Ammotragus lervia

Vulnerable

About

The Aoudad (Ammotragus lervia) is a species in the genus Ammotragus. It is currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, montane grasslands and shrublands, and Mediterranean forests and woodlands, among 6 distinct biome types spanning the Afrotropic and Palearctic.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, montane grasslands and shrublands, and Mediterranean forests and woodlands, among 6 distinct biome types spanning the Afrotropic and Palearctic realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Europe (7 countries), and North America (United States). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Mammalia (Säugetiere)

Order

Artiodactyla (Paarhufer)

Species

Ammotragus lervia (Mähnenschaf)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Arrui

French Aoudad de Barbarie

German Mähnenschaf

Arabic Kebsh el Gebel

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mähnenschaf?

The scientific name of Mähnenschaf is Ammotragus lervia. It belongs to the genus Ammotragus.

What is the conservation status of Mähnenschaf?

Mähnenschaf (Ammotragus lervia) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Mähnenschaf live?

Mähnenschaf is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Europe (7 countries), and North America (United States). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Croatia, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Italy, Norway, South Africa, Spain, United States.

What family does Mähnenschaf belong to?

Mähnenschaf (Ammotragus lervia) belongs to the genus Ammotragus, which is part of the taxonomic family Bovidae.

Is Mähnenschaf endangered?

Yes, Mähnenschaf (Ammotragus lervia) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Mähnenschaf belong to?

Mähnenschaf (Ammotragus lervia) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).