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Hairy Marron

Cherax tenuimanus

Critically Endangered

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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, tundra, and tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, among 11 distinct biome types. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (Mauritius, South Africa, Tunisia), Asia (China, Malaysia), Europe (Germany, Norway), North America (Panama), Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand), and South America (Peru). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇨🇳 China 🇩🇪 Germany 🇲🇾 Malaysia 🇲🇺 Mauritius 🇳🇿 New Zealand 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇦 Panama 🇵🇪 Peru 🇿🇦 South Africa 🇹🇳 Tunisia

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Class

Malacostraca (Crustaceans)

Species

Cherax tenuimanus (Hairy Marron)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hairy Marron?

The scientific name of Hairy Marron is Cherax tenuimanus. It belongs to the genus Cherax.

What is the conservation status of Hairy Marron?

Hairy Marron (Cherax tenuimanus) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Hairy Marron live?

Hairy Marron is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Mauritius, South Africa, Tunisia), Asia (China, Malaysia), Europe (Germany, Norway), North America (Panama), Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand), and South America (Peru). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include China, Germany, Malaysia, Mauritius, New Zealand, Norway, Panama, Peru, South Africa, Tunisia.

What family does Hairy Marron belong to?

Hairy Marron (Cherax tenuimanus) belongs to the genus Cherax, which is part of the taxonomic family Parastacidae.

Is Hairy Marron endangered?

Yes, Hairy Marron (Cherax tenuimanus) 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 Hairy Marron belong to?

Hairy Marron (Cherax tenuimanus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Hairy Marron?

The closest relatives of Hairy Marron in the genus Cherax include Koonac, Redclaw, Yabby.