coandu-mirim

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Chordata (cordados)

Class

Mammalia (mamíferos)

Order

Rodentia (Roedores)

Family

Erethizontidae

Genus

Coendou

Species

Coendou speratus (coandu-mirim)

Names in Other Languages

Portuguese coandu-mirim

Similar Species in Coendou

Brazilian Porcupine

Coendou prehensilis

Least Concern

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Quichua Porcupine

Coendou quichua

Data Deficient

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of coandu-mirim?

The scientific name of coandu-mirim is Coendou speratus. It belongs to the genus Coendou.

What is the conservation status of coandu-mirim?

coandu-mirim (Coendou speratus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does coandu-mirim belong to?

coandu-mirim (Coendou speratus) belongs to the genus Coendou, which is part of the taxonomic family Erethizontidae.

Is coandu-mirim endangered?

Yes, coandu-mirim (Coendou speratus) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does coandu-mirim belong to?

coandu-mirim (Coendou speratus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of coandu-mirim?

The closest relatives of coandu-mirim in the genus Coendou include Brazilian Porcupine, Quichua Porcupine.