Venado Chonta

Mazama rufina

Vulnerable

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

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

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Artiodactyla (artiodáctilos)

Species

Mazama rufina (Venado Chonta)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Venado Chonta

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Venado Chonta?

The scientific name of Venado Chonta is Mazama rufina. It belongs to the genus Mazama.

What is the conservation status of Venado Chonta?

Venado Chonta (Mazama rufina) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Venado Chonta live?

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

What family does Venado Chonta belong to?

Venado Chonta (Mazama rufina) belongs to the genus Mazama, which is part of the taxonomic family Cervidae.

Is Venado Chonta endangered?

Yes, Venado Chonta (Mazama rufina) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Venado Chonta belong to?

Venado Chonta (Mazama rufina) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Venado Chonta?

The closest relatives of Venado Chonta in the genus Mazama include Cabra Silvestre, Cabrito, Candelillo, Corzuela Colorado, Corzuela Enana.