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Monkey-puzzle

Araucaria araucana

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate coniferous forests, flooded grasslands and savannas, and Mediterranean forests and woodlands, among 4 distinct biome types within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (Algeria, Libya), Asia (Taiwan), Europe (6 countries), and South America (Brazil, Colombia). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇱🇾 Libya 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇫🇷 France 🇮🇪 Ireland 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇩🇿 Algeria 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇧🇷 Brazil 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (растения)

Phylum

Coniferophyta (Conifers)

Species

Araucaria araucana (Monkey-puzzle)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish pehuen

French Araucaria du Chili

German chilenische Araukarie

Portuguese araucária-do-chile

Similar Species in Araucaria

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Candelabra Tree

Araucaria angustifolia

Critically Endangered

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Colonial Pine

Araucaria cunninghamii

Araucaria heterophylla

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Monkey-puzzle?

The scientific name of Monkey-puzzle is Araucaria araucana. It belongs to the genus Araucaria.

What is the conservation status of Monkey-puzzle?

Monkey-puzzle (Araucaria araucana) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Monkey-puzzle live?

Monkey-puzzle is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Algeria, Libya), Asia (Taiwan), Europe (6 countries), and South America (Brazil, Colombia). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Algeria, Belgium, Brazil, Colombia, France, Ireland, Libya, Netherlands, Norway, Taiwan.

What family does Monkey-puzzle belong to?

Monkey-puzzle (Araucaria araucana) belongs to the genus Araucaria, which is part of the taxonomic family Araucariaceae.

Is Monkey-puzzle endangered?

Yes, Monkey-puzzle (Araucaria araucana) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Monkey-puzzle belong to?

Monkey-puzzle (Araucaria araucana) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (растения).

What are the closest relatives of Monkey-puzzle?

The closest relatives of Monkey-puzzle in the genus Araucaria include Candelabra Tree, Colonial Pine, moreton-bay-pine, Klinki Pine, Norfolk island pine.