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blue wildebeest

Connochaetes taurinus

Least Concern

About

The Blue wildebeest (Connochaetes taurinus) is a species in the genus Connochaetes. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Distributed across Russia and South Africa.

🇿🇦 South Africa 🇷🇺 Russia

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Artiodactyla (Hewan berkuku genap)

Species

Connochaetes taurinus (blue wildebeest)

Names in Other Languages

French Gnou bleu

German Streifengnu

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of blue wildebeest?

The scientific name of blue wildebeest is Connochaetes taurinus. It belongs to the genus Connochaetes.

What is the conservation status of blue wildebeest?

blue wildebeest (Connochaetes taurinus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does blue wildebeest live?

blue wildebeest is found in Distributed across Russia and South Africa.. Countries include Russia, South Africa.

What family does blue wildebeest belong to?

blue wildebeest (Connochaetes taurinus) belongs to the genus Connochaetes, which is part of the taxonomic family Bovidae.

Is blue wildebeest endangered?

No, blue wildebeest (Connochaetes taurinus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does blue wildebeest belong to?

blue wildebeest (Connochaetes taurinus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

What are the closest relatives of blue wildebeest?

The closest relatives of blue wildebeest in the genus Connochaetes include black wildebeest.