Watercolor illustration of Gürtelmaus (Chlamyphorus truncatus)

Gürtelmaus

Chlamyphorus truncatus

Data Deficient

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

DD Data Deficient

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Pichiciego
German Gürtelmaus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Gürtelmaus?
The scientific name of Gürtelmaus is Chlamyphorus truncatus. It belongs to the genus Chlamyphorus.
What is the conservation status of Gürtelmaus?
Gürtelmaus (Chlamyphorus truncatus) is classified as Data Deficient by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Gürtelmaus belong to?
Gürtelmaus (Chlamyphorus truncatus) belongs to the genus Chlamyphorus, which is part of the taxonomic family Dasypodidae.
What kingdom does Gürtelmaus belong to?
Gürtelmaus (Chlamyphorus truncatus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

Genus Chlamyphorus — 1 Species

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Gürtelmaus
Chlamyphorus truncatus
DD

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