Cachorrinho

Speothos venaticus

Near Threatened

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The Bush dog (Speothos venaticus) is a species in the genus Speothos. It is currently classified as Near Threatened 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 Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Carnivora (carnívoros)

Family

Canidae (Dogs & Wolves)

Genus

Speothos

Species

Speothos venaticus (Cachorrinho)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Cachorro Vinagre

French Chien Des Buissons

German Waldhund

Portuguese Cachorrinho

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cachorrinho?

The scientific name of Cachorrinho is Speothos venaticus. It belongs to the genus Speothos.

What is the conservation status of Cachorrinho?

Cachorrinho (Speothos venaticus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Cachorrinho live?

Cachorrinho is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela.

What family does Cachorrinho belong to?

Cachorrinho (Speothos venaticus) belongs to the genus Speothos, which is part of the taxonomic family Canidae.

What kingdom does Cachorrinho belong to?

Cachorrinho (Speothos venaticus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).