Pernambuco Dwarf Porcupine

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

Erethizontidae

Genus

Coendou

Species

Coendou speratus (Pernambuco Dwarf Porcupine)

Names in Other Languages

Portuguese coandu-mirim

Similar Species in Coendou

Brazilian Porcupine

Coendou prehensilis

Least Concern

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Quichua Porcupine

Coendou quichua

Data Deficient

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Pernambuco Dwarf Porcupine?

The scientific name of Pernambuco Dwarf Porcupine is Coendou speratus. It belongs to the genus Coendou.

What is the conservation status of Pernambuco Dwarf Porcupine?

Pernambuco Dwarf Porcupine (Coendou speratus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Pernambuco Dwarf Porcupine belong to?

Pernambuco Dwarf Porcupine (Coendou speratus) belongs to the genus Coendou, which is part of the taxonomic family Erethizontidae.

Is Pernambuco Dwarf Porcupine endangered?

Yes, Pernambuco Dwarf Porcupine (Coendou speratus) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Pernambuco Dwarf Porcupine belong to?

Pernambuco Dwarf Porcupine (Coendou speratus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Pernambuco Dwarf Porcupine?

The closest relatives of Pernambuco Dwarf Porcupine in the genus Coendou include Brazilian Porcupine, Quichua Porcupine.