Brazilian agouti

Dasyprocta leporina

Least Concern

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The Brazilian agouti (Dasyprocta leporina) is a species in the genus Dasyprocta. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Inhabits tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests within the Neotropic biogeographic realm.

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests within the Neotropic biogeographic realm.

Distributed across Dominica, Grenada, United States, and Venezuela.

🇬🇩 Grenada 🇺🇸 United States 🇩🇲 Dominica 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

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Species

Dasyprocta leporina (Brazilian agouti)

Similar Species in Dasyprocta

Guaqueque centroamericano

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Brazilian agouti?

The scientific name of Brazilian agouti is Dasyprocta leporina. It belongs to the genus Dasyprocta.

What is the conservation status of Brazilian agouti?

Brazilian agouti (Dasyprocta leporina) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Brazilian agouti live?

Brazilian agouti is found in Distributed across Dominica, Grenada, United States, and Venezuela.. Countries include Dominica, Grenada, United States, Venezuela.

What family does Brazilian agouti belong to?

Brazilian agouti (Dasyprocta leporina) belongs to the genus Dasyprocta, which is part of the taxonomic family Dasyproctidae.

Is Brazilian agouti endangered?

No, Brazilian agouti (Dasyprocta leporina) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Brazilian agouti belong to?

Brazilian agouti (Dasyprocta leporina) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Brazilian agouti?

The closest relatives of Brazilian agouti in the genus Dasyprocta include Guaqueque centroamericano, Guaqueque mexicano, black agouti, Orinoco Agouti.