Mexican Agouti

Dasyprocta mexicana

Critically Endangered

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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical coniferous forests, among 5 distinct biome types within the Neotropic biogeographic realm.

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

🇨🇺 Cuba

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Species

Dasyprocta mexicana (Mexican Agouti)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Guaqueque mexicano

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mexican Agouti?

The scientific name of Mexican Agouti is Dasyprocta mexicana. It belongs to the genus Dasyprocta.

What is the conservation status of Mexican Agouti?

Mexican Agouti (Dasyprocta mexicana) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Mexican Agouti live?

Mexican Agouti is found in Found in Cuba. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Cuba.

What family does Mexican Agouti belong to?

Mexican Agouti (Dasyprocta mexicana) belongs to the genus Dasyprocta, which is part of the taxonomic family Dasyproctidae.

Is Mexican Agouti endangered?

Yes, Mexican Agouti (Dasyprocta mexicana) 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 Mexican Agouti belong to?

Mexican Agouti (Dasyprocta mexicana) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Mexican Agouti?

The closest relatives of Mexican Agouti in the genus Dasyprocta include black agouti, Brazilian agouti, Central American agouti, Orinoco Agouti.