Kurzschwanz-Chinchilla

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Mammalia (Säugetiere)

Order

Rodentia (Nagetiere)

Family

Chinchillidae

Genus

Chinchilla

Species

Chinchilla chinchilla (Kurzschwanz-Chinchilla)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Chinchilla de Cola Corta

French Chinchilla à queue courte

German Kurzschwanz-Chinchilla

Similar Species in Chinchilla

Langschwanz-Chinchilla

Chinchilla lanigera

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Kurzschwanz-Chinchilla?

The scientific name of Kurzschwanz-Chinchilla is Chinchilla chinchilla. It belongs to the genus Chinchilla.

What is the conservation status of Kurzschwanz-Chinchilla?

Kurzschwanz-Chinchilla (Chinchilla chinchilla) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Kurzschwanz-Chinchilla belong to?

Kurzschwanz-Chinchilla (Chinchilla chinchilla) belongs to the genus Chinchilla, which is part of the taxonomic family Chinchillidae.

Is Kurzschwanz-Chinchilla endangered?

Yes, Kurzschwanz-Chinchilla (Chinchilla chinchilla) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Kurzschwanz-Chinchilla belong to?

Kurzschwanz-Chinchilla (Chinchilla chinchilla) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Kurzschwanz-Chinchilla?

The closest relatives of Kurzschwanz-Chinchilla in the genus Chinchilla include Langschwanz-Chinchilla.