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lechwe

Kobus leche

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Distributed across Belgium, France, Netherlands, South Africa, and United Kingdom. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

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Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Artiodactyla (Artiodátilos)

Species

Kobus leche (lechwe)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Cobo de Lechwe

French Cobe Lechwe

German Moorantilope

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of lechwe?

The scientific name of lechwe is Kobus leche. It belongs to the genus Kobus.

What is the conservation status of lechwe?

lechwe (Kobus leche) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does lechwe live?

lechwe is found in Distributed across Belgium, France, Netherlands, South Africa, and United Kingdom. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, France, Netherlands, South Africa, United Kingdom.

What family does lechwe belong to?

lechwe (Kobus leche) belongs to the genus Kobus, which is part of the taxonomic family Bovidae.

What kingdom does lechwe belong to?

lechwe (Kobus leche) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of lechwe?

The closest relatives of lechwe in the genus Kobus include waterbuck, kob, puku.