Agouti

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Paca

French Agouti

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mountain paca

Cuniculus taczanowskii

Near Threatened

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Agouti?

The scientific name of Agouti is Cuniculus paca. It belongs to the genus Cuniculus.

What is the conservation status of Agouti?

Agouti (Cuniculus paca) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Agouti live?

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

What family does Agouti belong to?

Agouti (Cuniculus paca) belongs to the genus Cuniculus, which is part of the taxonomic family Cuniculidae.

Is Agouti endangered?

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

What kingdom does Agouti belong to?

Agouti (Cuniculus paca) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Agouti?

The closest relatives of Agouti in the genus Cuniculus include mountain paca.