Watercolor illustration of Mico-leãozinho (Cebuella niveiventris)

Mico-leãozinho

Cebuella niveiventris

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Found in Ecuador. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇪🇨 Ecuador

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (Animals)
Phylum
Chordata (cordados)
Class
Mammalia (mamíferos)
Order
Primates (primatas)
Family
Callitrichidae
Genus
Cebuella
Species
Cebuella niveiventris (Mico-leãozinho)

Names in Other Languages

Portuguese Mico-leãozinho

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Mico-leãozinho
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mico-leãozinho?
The scientific name of Mico-leãozinho is Cebuella niveiventris. It belongs to the genus Cebuella.
What is the conservation status of Mico-leãozinho?
Mico-leãozinho (Cebuella niveiventris) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Mico-leãozinho live?
Mico-leãozinho is found in Found in Ecuador. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Ecuador.
What family does Mico-leãozinho belong to?
Mico-leãozinho (Cebuella niveiventris) belongs to the genus Cebuella, which is part of the taxonomic family Callitrichidae.
Is Mico-leãozinho endangered?
Yes, Mico-leãozinho (Cebuella niveiventris) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Mico-leãozinho belong to?
Mico-leãozinho (Cebuella niveiventris) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Mico-leãozinho?
The closest relatives of Mico-leãozinho in the genus Cebuella include Mico-leãozinho.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Cebuella — 2 Species

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Mico-leãozinho
Cebuella pygmaea
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Mico-leãozinho
Cebuella niveiventris
VU
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