Mofeta

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela.

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Chordata (cordados)

Class

Mammalia (mamíferos)

Order

Carnivora (carnívoros)

Family

Mephitidae

Genus

Conepatus

Species

Conepatus semistriatus (Mofeta)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Mofeta

Portuguese Cangambá

Similar Species in Conepatus

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Zorrillo-narigón occidental

Conepatus leuconotus

Least Concern

Zorrino Común

Conepatus chinga

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mofeta?

The scientific name of Mofeta is Conepatus semistriatus. It belongs to the genus Conepatus.

What is the conservation status of Mofeta?

Mofeta (Conepatus semistriatus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Mofeta live?

Mofeta is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela.

What family does Mofeta belong to?

Mofeta (Conepatus semistriatus) belongs to the genus Conepatus, which is part of the taxonomic family Mephitidae.

Is Mofeta endangered?

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

What kingdom does Mofeta belong to?

Mofeta (Conepatus semistriatus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Mofeta?

The closest relatives of Mofeta in the genus Conepatus include Zorrillo-narigón occidental, Zorrino Común.