Aders' duiker

Cephalophus adersi

Critically Endangered

About

The Aders' duiker (Cephalophus adersi) is a species in the genus Cephalophus. It is currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, and flooded grasslands and savannas, among 5 distinct biome types within the Afrotropic biogeo.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, and flooded grasslands and savannas, among 5 distinct biome types within the Afrotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

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

🇰🇪 Kenya

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Mammalia (млекопитающие)

Order

Artiodactyla (парнокопытные)

Species

Cephalophus adersi (Aders' duiker)

Names in Other Languages

German Aders-Ducker

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Aders' duiker?

The scientific name of Aders' duiker is Cephalophus adersi. It belongs to the genus Cephalophus.

What is the conservation status of Aders' duiker?

Aders' duiker (Cephalophus adersi) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Aders' duiker live?

Aders' duiker is found in Found in Kenya. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Kenya.

What family does Aders' duiker belong to?

Aders' duiker (Cephalophus adersi) belongs to the genus Cephalophus, which is part of the taxonomic family Bovidae.

Is Aders' duiker endangered?

Yes, Aders' duiker (Cephalophus adersi) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Aders' duiker belong to?

Aders' duiker (Cephalophus adersi) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (животные).

What are the closest relatives of Aders' duiker?

The closest relatives of Aders' duiker in the genus Cephalophus include Abbott's Duiker, Black Duiker, Black-fronted Duiker, Jentink's Duiker, Ogilby's Duiker.