Watercolor illustration of Kleines Nacktschwanz-Gürteltier (Cabassous chacoensis)

Kleines Nacktschwanz-Gürteltier

Cabassous chacoensis

Near Threatened

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The Chacoan Naked-Tailed Armadillo (Cabassous chacoensis) is a species in the genus Cabassous. It is currently classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Cabasú Chaqueño
German Kleines Nacktschwanz-Gürteltier

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Kleines Nacktschwanz-Gürteltier?
The scientific name of Kleines Nacktschwanz-Gürteltier is Cabassous chacoensis. It belongs to the genus Cabassous.
What is the conservation status of Kleines Nacktschwanz-Gürteltier?
Kleines Nacktschwanz-Gürteltier (Cabassous chacoensis) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Kleines Nacktschwanz-Gürteltier belong to?
Kleines Nacktschwanz-Gürteltier (Cabassous chacoensis) belongs to the genus Cabassous, which is part of the taxonomic family Dasypodidae.
What kingdom does Kleines Nacktschwanz-Gürteltier belong to?
Kleines Nacktschwanz-Gürteltier (Cabassous chacoensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).
What are the closest relatives of Kleines Nacktschwanz-Gürteltier?
The closest relatives of Kleines Nacktschwanz-Gürteltier in the genus Cabassous include Großes Nacktschwanz-Gürteltier, Mittelamerikanisches Nacktschwanz-Gürteltier, Südliches Nacktschwanz-Gürteltier.

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