Tongo

Plecturocebus caquetensis

Critically Endangered

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The Caquetá Titi (Plecturocebus caquetensis) is a species in the genus Plecturocebus. It is currently classified as Critically Endangered (CR) on the IUCN Red List. Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, among 5 distinct biome types spanning the

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, among 5 distinct biome types spanning the Neotropic and Oceanian realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found in Colombia. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Species

Plecturocebus caquetensis (Tongo)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Tongo

German Caquetá-Springaffe

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tongo?

The scientific name of Tongo is Plecturocebus caquetensis. It belongs to the genus Plecturocebus.

What is the conservation status of Tongo?

Tongo (Plecturocebus caquetensis) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Tongo live?

Tongo is found in Found in Colombia. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Colombia.

What family does Tongo belong to?

Tongo (Plecturocebus caquetensis) belongs to the genus Plecturocebus, which is part of the taxonomic family Pitheciidae.

Is Tongo endangered?

Yes, Tongo (Plecturocebus caquetensis) 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 Tongo belong to?

Tongo (Plecturocebus caquetensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Tongo?

The closest relatives of Tongo in the genus Plecturocebus include Facafaca, Ka'I Ygau (guarani), Lucachi, Lucachi, Lucachi cenizo.