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Liebre Del Cabo

Lepus capensis

Least Concern

About

The Cape Hare (Lepus capensis) is a species in the genus Lepus. It is currently classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Inhabits tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests and tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas within the Neotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests and tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas within the Neotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Distributed across Australia, Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador, and Italy.

🇮🇹 Italy 🇨🇱 Chile 🇧🇴 Bolivia 🇦🇺 Australia 🇪🇨 Ecuador

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Lagomorpha (Rabbits & Hares)

Family

Leporidae (Rabbits & Hares)

Genus

Lepus

Species

Lepus capensis (Liebre Del Cabo)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Liebre Del Cabo

French Lievre Du Cap

German Kaphase

Arabic Arneb

Similar Species in Lepus

Liebre de Espíritu Santo

Liebre de Tehuantepec

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Liebre Del Cabo?

The scientific name of Liebre Del Cabo is Lepus capensis. It belongs to the genus Lepus.

What is the conservation status of Liebre Del Cabo?

Liebre Del Cabo (Lepus capensis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Liebre Del Cabo live?

Liebre Del Cabo is found in Distributed across Australia, Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador, and Italy.. Countries include Australia, Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador, Italy.

What family does Liebre Del Cabo belong to?

Liebre Del Cabo (Lepus capensis) belongs to the genus Lepus, which is part of the taxonomic family Leporidae.

Is Liebre Del Cabo endangered?

No, Liebre Del Cabo (Lepus capensis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Liebre Del Cabo belong to?

Liebre Del Cabo (Lepus capensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Liebre Del Cabo?

The closest relatives of Liebre Del Cabo in the genus Lepus include Liebra pinta, Liebre antilope, Liebre cola negra, Liebre de Córcega, Liebre de Espíritu Santo.