giant otter shrew

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Mammalia (สัตว์เลี้ยงลูกด้วยน้ำนม)

Order

Afrosoricida (อันดับเทนเรค)

Family

Tenrecidae

Genus

Potamogale

Species

Potamogale velox (giant otter shrew)

Names in Other Languages

French Le Potamogale

German Grossotterspi Tzmaus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of giant otter shrew?

The scientific name of giant otter shrew is Potamogale velox. It belongs to the genus Potamogale.

What is the conservation status of giant otter shrew?

giant otter shrew (Potamogale velox) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does giant otter shrew belong to?

giant otter shrew (Potamogale velox) belongs to the genus Potamogale, which is part of the taxonomic family Tenrecidae.

Is giant otter shrew endangered?

No, giant otter shrew (Potamogale velox) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does giant otter shrew belong to?

giant otter shrew (Potamogale velox) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).