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blackish shrew opossum

Caenolestes convelatus

Vulnerable

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The Blackish Shrew Opossum (Caenolestes convelatus) is a species in the genus Caenolestes. It is currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Distributed across Colombia and Ecuador. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Paucituberculata (Paucituberculata)

Species

Caenolestes convelatus (blackish shrew opossum)

Names in Other Languages

French Cénolestidé Noirâtre

German Dunkle Opossummaus

Similar Species in Caenolestes

Andean Caenolestid

Caenolestes condorensis

Vulnerable

Gray-bellied Caenolestid

Caenolestes caniventer

Caenolestes fuliginosus

Near Threatened

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of blackish shrew opossum?

The scientific name of blackish shrew opossum is Caenolestes convelatus. It belongs to the genus Caenolestes.

What is the conservation status of blackish shrew opossum?

blackish shrew opossum (Caenolestes convelatus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does blackish shrew opossum live?

blackish shrew opossum is found in Distributed across Colombia and Ecuador. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador.

What family does blackish shrew opossum belong to?

blackish shrew opossum (Caenolestes convelatus) belongs to the genus Caenolestes, which is part of the taxonomic family Caenolestidae.

Is blackish shrew opossum endangered?

Yes, blackish shrew opossum (Caenolestes convelatus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does blackish shrew opossum belong to?

blackish shrew opossum (Caenolestes convelatus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of blackish shrew opossum?

The closest relatives of blackish shrew opossum in the genus Caenolestes include Andean Caenolestid, Gray-bellied Caenolestid, Sangay Shrew-opossum, silky shrew opossum.