Greifstachler

Coendou prehensilis

Least Concern

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The Brazilian Porcupine (Coendou prehensilis) is a species in the genus Coendou. It is currently classified as Least Concern 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 Venezuela.

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Mammalia (Säugetiere)

Species

Coendou prehensilis (Greifstachler)

Names in Other Languages

German Greifstachler

Similar Species in Coendou

Pernambuco Dwarf Porcupine

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Greifstachler?

The scientific name of Greifstachler is Coendou prehensilis. It belongs to the genus Coendou.

What is the conservation status of Greifstachler?

Greifstachler (Coendou prehensilis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Greifstachler live?

Greifstachler is found in Distributed across Colombia and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Venezuela.

What family does Greifstachler belong to?

Greifstachler (Coendou prehensilis) belongs to the genus Coendou, which is part of the taxonomic family Erethizontidae.

Is Greifstachler endangered?

No, Greifstachler (Coendou prehensilis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Greifstachler belong to?

Greifstachler (Coendou prehensilis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Greifstachler?

The closest relatives of Greifstachler in the genus Coendou include Pernambuco Dwarf Porcupine, Quichua Porcupine.