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Pénélope de Cauca

Penelope perspicax

Endangered

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The Cauca Guan (Penelope perspicax) is a species in the genus Penelope. It is currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Distributed across Colombia and Norway. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇨🇴 Colombia

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Galliformes (Galliformes)

Species

Penelope perspicax (Pénélope de Cauca)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese アカシャクケイ

Chinese 考加冠雉

Spanish Pava Caucana

French Pénélope de Cauca

German Caucaguan

Portuguese jacu-do-cauca

Russian Колумбийская пенелопа

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Pénélope de Cauca?

The scientific name of Pénélope de Cauca is Penelope perspicax. It belongs to the genus Penelope.

What is the conservation status of Pénélope de Cauca?

Pénélope de Cauca (Penelope perspicax) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Pénélope de Cauca live?

Pénélope de Cauca is found in Distributed across Colombia and Norway. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Colombia, Norway.

What family does Pénélope de Cauca belong to?

Pénélope de Cauca (Penelope perspicax) belongs to the genus Penelope, which is part of the taxonomic family Cracidae.

Is Pénélope de Cauca endangered?

Yes, Pénélope de Cauca (Penelope perspicax) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Pénélope de Cauca belong to?

Pénélope de Cauca (Penelope perspicax) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Pénélope de Cauca?

The closest relatives of Pénélope de Cauca in the genus Penelope include Pénélope à ailes blanches, Pénélope à front blanc, Pénélope à poitrine rousse, Pénélope à queue barrée, Pénélope à ventre roux.