Watercolor illustration of Ontong Java Flying Fox (Pteropus howensis)

Ontong Java Flying Fox

Pteropus howensis

Critically Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Zorro Volador de Lord Howe

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ontong Java Flying Fox?
The scientific name of Ontong Java Flying Fox is Pteropus howensis. It belongs to the genus Pteropus.
What is the conservation status of Ontong Java Flying Fox?
Ontong Java Flying Fox (Pteropus howensis) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Ontong Java Flying Fox belong to?
Ontong Java Flying Fox (Pteropus howensis) belongs to the genus Pteropus, which is part of the taxonomic family Pteropodidae.
Is Ontong Java Flying Fox endangered?
Yes, Ontong Java Flying Fox (Pteropus howensis) 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 Ontong Java Flying Fox belong to?
Ontong Java Flying Fox (Pteropus howensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of Ontong Java Flying Fox?
The closest relatives of Ontong Java Flying Fox in the genus Pteropus include Kang Kao Mae Kai, Bonin Flying Fox, Moluccan Flying Fox, Dwarf Flying Fox, Caroline Flying Fox.

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