Tigerkatze

Leopardus tigrinus

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

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

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Mammalia (Säugetiere)

Order

Carnivora (Raubtiere)

Species

Leopardus tigrinus (Tigerkatze)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Gato Tigre

French Chat tigre du nord

German Tigerkatze

Portuguese Gato-do-mato

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tigerkatze?

The scientific name of Tigerkatze is Leopardus tigrinus. It belongs to the genus Leopardus.

What is the conservation status of Tigerkatze?

Tigerkatze (Leopardus tigrinus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Tigerkatze live?

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

What family does Tigerkatze belong to?

Tigerkatze (Leopardus tigrinus) belongs to the genus Leopardus, which is part of the taxonomic family Felidae.

Is Tigerkatze endangered?

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

What kingdom does Tigerkatze belong to?

Tigerkatze (Leopardus tigrinus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Tigerkatze?

The closest relatives of Tigerkatze in the genus Leopardus include Margay, Ozelot, Geoffroy's cat, Andean Mountain cat, Kodkod.