Nelson s Antelope Squirrel

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Mammalia (สัตว์เลี้ยงลูกด้วยน้ำนม)

Order

Rodentia (อันดับสัตว์ฟันแทะ)

Family

Sciuridae (Squirrels)

Genus

Ammospermophilus

Species

Ammospermophilus nelsoni (Nelson s Antelope Squirrel)

Names in Other Languages

German Nelson-Antilopenziesel

Similar Species in Ammospermophilus

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Texas antelope squirrel

Ammospermophilus interpres

Least Concern

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white-tailed antelope squirrel

Ammospermophilus leucurus

Least Concern

Harris s Antelope Squirrel

Ammospermophilus harrisii

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Nelson s Antelope Squirrel?

The scientific name of Nelson s Antelope Squirrel is Ammospermophilus nelsoni. It belongs to the genus Ammospermophilus.

What is the conservation status of Nelson s Antelope Squirrel?

Nelson s Antelope Squirrel (Ammospermophilus nelsoni) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Nelson s Antelope Squirrel belong to?

Nelson s Antelope Squirrel (Ammospermophilus nelsoni) belongs to the genus Ammospermophilus, which is part of the taxonomic family Sciuridae.

Is Nelson s Antelope Squirrel endangered?

Yes, Nelson s Antelope Squirrel (Ammospermophilus nelsoni) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Nelson s Antelope Squirrel belong to?

Nelson s Antelope Squirrel (Ammospermophilus nelsoni) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Nelson s Antelope Squirrel?

The closest relatives of Nelson s Antelope Squirrel in the genus Ammospermophilus include Texas antelope squirrel, white-tailed antelope squirrel, Harris s Antelope Squirrel.