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Cobo de Lechwe

Kobus leche

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Distributed across Belgium, France, Netherlands, South Africa, and United Kingdom. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Cobo de Lechwe
French Cobe Lechwe
German Moorantilope

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cobo de Lechwe?
The scientific name of Cobo de Lechwe is Kobus leche. It belongs to the genus Kobus.
What is the conservation status of Cobo de Lechwe?
Cobo de Lechwe (Kobus leche) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Cobo de Lechwe live?
Cobo de Lechwe is found in Distributed across Belgium, France, Netherlands, South Africa, and United Kingdom. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, France, Netherlands, South Africa, United Kingdom.
What family does Cobo de Lechwe belong to?
Cobo de Lechwe (Kobus leche) belongs to the genus Kobus, which is part of the taxonomic family Bovidae.
What kingdom does Cobo de Lechwe belong to?
Cobo de Lechwe (Kobus leche) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Cobo de Lechwe?
The closest relatives of Cobo de Lechwe in the genus Kobus include waterbuck, kob, puku.

Native Range — 5 Countries

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