Cachorro-do-mato

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela.

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Chordata (cordados)

Class

Mammalia (mamíferos)

Order

Carnivora (carnívoros)

Family

Canidae (Dogs & Wolves)

Genus

Cerdocyon

Species

Cerdocyon thous (Cachorro-do-mato)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Perro Sabanero

French Chien des bois

German Maikong

Portuguese Cachorro-do-mato

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cachorro-do-mato?

The scientific name of Cachorro-do-mato is Cerdocyon thous. It belongs to the genus Cerdocyon.

What is the conservation status of Cachorro-do-mato?

Cachorro-do-mato (Cerdocyon thous) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Cachorro-do-mato live?

Cachorro-do-mato is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela.

What family does Cachorro-do-mato belong to?

Cachorro-do-mato (Cerdocyon thous) belongs to the genus Cerdocyon, which is part of the taxonomic family Canidae.

Is Cachorro-do-mato endangered?

No, Cachorro-do-mato (Cerdocyon thous) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Cachorro-do-mato belong to?

Cachorro-do-mato (Cerdocyon thous) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).