Namaqua dune mole rat

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

Rodentia (อันดับสัตว์ฟันแทะ)

Family

Bathyergidae

Genus

Bathyergus

Species

Bathyergus janetta (Namaqua dune mole rat)

Names in Other Languages

German Namaqua-Strandgräber

Similar Species in Bathyergus

Cape dune mole rat

Bathyergus suillus

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Namaqua dune mole rat?

The scientific name of Namaqua dune mole rat is Bathyergus janetta. It belongs to the genus Bathyergus.

What is the conservation status of Namaqua dune mole rat?

Namaqua dune mole rat (Bathyergus janetta) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Namaqua dune mole rat belong to?

Namaqua dune mole rat (Bathyergus janetta) belongs to the genus Bathyergus, which is part of the taxonomic family Bathyergidae.

Is Namaqua dune mole rat endangered?

No, Namaqua dune mole rat (Bathyergus janetta) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Namaqua dune mole rat belong to?

Namaqua dune mole rat (Bathyergus janetta) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Namaqua dune mole rat?

The closest relatives of Namaqua dune mole rat in the genus Bathyergus include Cape dune mole rat.