Raposa-do-campo

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Chordata (cordados)

Class

Mammalia (mamíferos)

Order

Carnivora (carnívoros)

Family

Canidae (Dogs & Wolves)

Genus

Lycalopex

Species

Lycalopex vetulus (Raposa-do-campo)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Zorro de Campo Común

French Renard du Brésil

German Brasilianischer

Portuguese Raposa-do-campo

Similar Species in Lycalopex

Cachorro do Campo

Lycalopex gymnocercus

Least Concern

Darwin's fox

Lycalopex fulvipes

Endangered

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Sechuran fox

Lycalopex sechurae

Near Threatened

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culpeo

Lycalopex culpaeus

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Raposa-do-campo?

The scientific name of Raposa-do-campo is Lycalopex vetulus. It belongs to the genus Lycalopex.

What is the conservation status of Raposa-do-campo?

Raposa-do-campo (Lycalopex vetulus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Raposa-do-campo belong to?

Raposa-do-campo (Lycalopex vetulus) belongs to the genus Lycalopex, which is part of the taxonomic family Canidae.

What kingdom does Raposa-do-campo belong to?

Raposa-do-campo (Lycalopex vetulus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Raposa-do-campo?

The closest relatives of Raposa-do-campo in the genus Lycalopex include Cachorro do Campo, Darwin's fox, Sechuran fox, culpeo.