San Felipe Hutia

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Mammalia (Säugetiere)

Order

Rodentia (Nagetiere)

Family

Capromyidae

Genus

Mesocapromys

Species

Mesocapromys sanfelipensis (San Felipe Hutia)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish jutia de la tierra

Similar Species in Mesocapromys

Cabrera s Hutia

Mesocapromys angelcabrerai

Critically Endangered

Large-eared Hutia

Mesocapromys auritus

Endangered

Dwarf Hutia

Mesocapromys nanus

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of San Felipe Hutia?

The scientific name of San Felipe Hutia is Mesocapromys sanfelipensis. It belongs to the genus Mesocapromys.

What is the conservation status of San Felipe Hutia?

San Felipe Hutia (Mesocapromys sanfelipensis) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does San Felipe Hutia belong to?

San Felipe Hutia (Mesocapromys sanfelipensis) belongs to the genus Mesocapromys, which is part of the taxonomic family Capromyidae.

Is San Felipe Hutia endangered?

Yes, San Felipe Hutia (Mesocapromys sanfelipensis) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does San Felipe Hutia belong to?

San Felipe Hutia (Mesocapromys sanfelipensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of San Felipe Hutia?

The closest relatives of San Felipe Hutia in the genus Mesocapromys include Cabrera s Hutia, Large-eared Hutia, Dwarf Hutia.