tayra

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela.

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordates)

Class

Mammalia (Mammals)

Order

Carnivora (Carnivorans)

Family

Mustelidae (Weasels & Otters)

Genus

Eira

Species

Eira barbara (tayra)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Amingo

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of tayra?

The scientific name of tayra is Eira barbara. It belongs to the genus Eira.

What is the conservation status of tayra?

tayra (Eira barbara) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does tayra live?

tayra is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela.

What family does tayra belong to?

tayra (Eira barbara) belongs to the genus Eira, which is part of the taxonomic family Mustelidae.

Is tayra endangered?

No, tayra (Eira barbara) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does tayra belong to?

tayra (Eira barbara) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).