Tirica

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Chordata (cordados)

Class

Mammalia (mamíferos)

Order

Carnivora (carnívoros)

Family

Felidae (Cats)

Genus

Leopardus

Species

Leopardus guttulus (Tirica)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Tirica

French Chat tigre du sud

Portuguese Gato-do-mato

Similar Species in Leopardus

Chinchay

Leopardus jacobitus

Endangered

Gato Montés Común

Leopardus geoffroyi

Least Concern

Gato Pajero

Leopardus colocolo

Near Threatened

Gato Tigre

Leopardus tigrinus

Vulnerable

Guina

Leopardus guigna

Vulnerable

Margay

Leopardus wiedii

Near Threatened

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Ocelote

Leopardus pardalis

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tirica?

The scientific name of Tirica is Leopardus guttulus. It belongs to the genus Leopardus.

What is the conservation status of Tirica?

Tirica (Leopardus guttulus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Tirica belong to?

Tirica (Leopardus guttulus) belongs to the genus Leopardus, which is part of the taxonomic family Felidae.

Is Tirica endangered?

Yes, Tirica (Leopardus guttulus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Tirica belong to?

Tirica (Leopardus guttulus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Tirica?

The closest relatives of Tirica in the genus Leopardus include Chinchay, Gato Montés Común, Gato Pajero, Gato Tigre, Guina.