Guaxinim

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Found across Europe (4 countries) and South America (Colombia, Venezuela).

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇫🇷 France 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇳🇱 Netherlands 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Chordata (cordados)

Class

Mammalia (mamíferos)

Order

Carnivora (carnívoros)

Family

Procyonidae (Raccoons)

Genus

Procyon

Species

Procyon cancrivorus (Guaxinim)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Cangrejera

Portuguese Guaxinim

Similar Species in Procyon

Common Raccoon

Procyon lotor

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Guaxinim?

The scientific name of Guaxinim is Procyon cancrivorus. It belongs to the genus Procyon.

What is the conservation status of Guaxinim?

Guaxinim (Procyon cancrivorus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Guaxinim live?

Guaxinim is found in Found across Europe (4 countries) and South America (Colombia, Venezuela).. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, France, Netherlands, United Kingdom, Venezuela.

What family does Guaxinim belong to?

Guaxinim (Procyon cancrivorus) belongs to the genus Procyon, which is part of the taxonomic family Procyonidae.

Is Guaxinim endangered?

No, Guaxinim (Procyon cancrivorus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Guaxinim belong to?

Guaxinim (Procyon cancrivorus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Guaxinim?

The closest relatives of Guaxinim in the genus Procyon include Common Raccoon.