Gualacate

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Chordata (cordados)

Class

Mammalia (mamíferos)

Order

Cingulata (Cingulata)

Family

Dasypodidae

Genus

Euphractus

Species

Euphractus sexcinctus (Gualacate)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Gualacate

German Sechsbinden-Gürteltier

Portuguese Tatu-Peba

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Gualacate?

The scientific name of Gualacate is Euphractus sexcinctus. It belongs to the genus Euphractus.

What is the conservation status of Gualacate?

Gualacate (Euphractus sexcinctus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Gualacate belong to?

Gualacate (Euphractus sexcinctus) belongs to the genus Euphractus, which is part of the taxonomic family Dasypodidae.

Is Gualacate endangered?

No, Gualacate (Euphractus sexcinctus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Gualacate belong to?

Gualacate (Euphractus sexcinctus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).