Watercolor illustration of Loutre d'AmériquedDu Sud (Lontra longicaudis)

Loutre d'AmériquedDu Sud

Lontra longicaudis

Data Deficient

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela.

Conservation Status

DD Data Deficient

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Gato de Agua
French Loutre d'AmériquedDu Sud

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Loutre d'AmériquedDu Sud?
The scientific name of Loutre d'AmériquedDu Sud is Lontra longicaudis. It belongs to the genus Lontra.
What is the conservation status of Loutre d'AmériquedDu Sud?
Loutre d'AmériquedDu Sud (Lontra longicaudis) is classified as Data Deficient by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Loutre d'AmériquedDu Sud live?
Loutre d'AmériquedDu Sud is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela.
What family does Loutre d'AmériquedDu Sud belong to?
Loutre d'AmériquedDu Sud (Lontra longicaudis) belongs to the genus Lontra, which is part of the taxonomic family Mustelidae.
What kingdom does Loutre d'AmériquedDu Sud belong to?
Loutre d'AmériquedDu Sud (Lontra longicaudis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).
What are the closest relatives of Loutre d'AmériquedDu Sud?
The closest relatives of Loutre d'AmériquedDu Sud in the genus Lontra include Chungungo, Loutre de Cánada, Loutre du Chili.

Native Range — 3 Countries

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