Armadillo Cola de Trapo
Cabassous centralis
Near Threatened
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Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.
Conservation Status
NT
Near Threatened
Full Taxonomy
Kingdom
Animalia
(Animals)
Phylum
Chordata
(cordados)
Class
Mammalia
(mamíferos)
Order
Cingulata
(Cingulata)
Family
Dasypodidae
Genus
Cabassous
Species
Cabassous centralis
(Armadillo Cola de Trapo)
Names in Other Languages
Spanish
Armadillo Cola de Trapo
French
Tatou
German
Mittelamerikanisches Nacktschwanz-Gürteltier
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of Armadillo Cola de Trapo?
The scientific name of Armadillo Cola de Trapo is Cabassous centralis. It belongs to the genus Cabassous.
What is the conservation status of Armadillo Cola de Trapo?
Armadillo Cola de Trapo (Cabassous centralis) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Armadillo Cola de Trapo live?
Armadillo Cola de Trapo is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela.
What family does Armadillo Cola de Trapo belong to?
Armadillo Cola de Trapo (Cabassous centralis) belongs to the genus Cabassous, which is part of the taxonomic family Dasypodidae.
What kingdom does Armadillo Cola de Trapo belong to?
Armadillo Cola de Trapo (Cabassous centralis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Armadillo Cola de Trapo?
The closest relatives of Armadillo Cola de Trapo in the genus Cabassous include Cabasú Chaqueño, Cabasu De Orejas Largas, Cabasú De Orejas Largas.
Genus Cabassous — 4 Species
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Armadillo Cola de Trapo
Cabassous centralis
Cabasú Chaqueño
Cabassous chacoensis
Cabasu De Orejas Largas
Cabassous tatouay
Cabasú De Orejas Largas
Cabassous unicinctus
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