Hawaiian monk seal

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (動物)

Phylum

Chordata (脊索動物)

Class

Mammalia (哺乳類)

Order

Pinnipedia (Seals & Sea Lions)

Family

Phocidae (True Seals)

Genus

Neomonachus

Species

Neomonachus schauinslandi (Hawaiian monk seal)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Foca Fraile de Hawaii

Similar Species in Neomonachus

Caribbean monk seal

Neomonachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hawaiian monk seal?

The scientific name of Hawaiian monk seal is Neomonachus schauinslandi. It belongs to the genus Neomonachus.

What is the conservation status of Hawaiian monk seal?

Hawaiian monk seal (Neomonachus schauinslandi) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Hawaiian monk seal belong to?

Hawaiian monk seal (Neomonachus schauinslandi) belongs to the genus Neomonachus, which is part of the taxonomic family Phocidae.

Is Hawaiian monk seal endangered?

Yes, Hawaiian monk seal (Neomonachus schauinslandi) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Hawaiian monk seal belong to?

Hawaiian monk seal (Neomonachus schauinslandi) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).

What are the closest relatives of Hawaiian monk seal?

The closest relatives of Hawaiian monk seal in the genus Neomonachus include Caribbean monk seal.