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Nagel-Manati

Trichechus manatus

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

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

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Mammalia (Säugetiere)

Species

Trichechus manatus (Nagel-Manati)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Manatí del Caribe

French Lamantin

German Nagel-Manati

Portuguese Peixi-boi

Similar Species in Trichechus

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Afrikanischer Manati

Trichechus senegalensis

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Nagel-Manati?

The scientific name of Nagel-Manati is Trichechus manatus. It belongs to the genus Trichechus.

What is the conservation status of Nagel-Manati?

Nagel-Manati (Trichechus manatus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Nagel-Manati live?

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

What family does Nagel-Manati belong to?

Nagel-Manati (Trichechus manatus) belongs to the genus Trichechus, which is part of the taxonomic family Trichechidae.

Is Nagel-Manati endangered?

Yes, Nagel-Manati (Trichechus manatus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Nagel-Manati belong to?

Nagel-Manati (Trichechus manatus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Nagel-Manati?

The closest relatives of Nagel-Manati in the genus Trichechus include Afrikanischer Manati, Fluß-Manati.