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Cauca Guan

Penelope perspicax

Endangered

About

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

Species

Penelope perspicax (Cauca Guan)

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 Cauca Guan?

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

What is the conservation status of Cauca Guan?

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

Where does Cauca Guan live?

Cauca Guan 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 Cauca Guan belong to?

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

Is Cauca Guan endangered?

Yes, Cauca Guan (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 Cauca Guan belong to?

Cauca Guan (Penelope perspicax) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (동물).

What are the closest relatives of Cauca Guan?

The closest relatives of Cauca Guan in the genus Penelope include Baudo Guan, Bearded Guan, Chestnut-bellied Guan, Andean Guan, Marail Guan.