Ruwenzori 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

Micropotamogale

Species

Micropotamogale ruwenzorii (Ruwenzori otter shrew)

Names in Other Languages

French Le Micropotamogle du Mont Ruwenzori

German Mittelotterspitzmaus

Similar Species in Micropotamogale

Nimba otter shrew

Micropotamogale lamottei

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ruwenzori otter shrew?

The scientific name of Ruwenzori otter shrew is Micropotamogale ruwenzorii. It belongs to the genus Micropotamogale.

What is the conservation status of Ruwenzori otter shrew?

Ruwenzori otter shrew (Micropotamogale ruwenzorii) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Ruwenzori otter shrew belong to?

Ruwenzori otter shrew (Micropotamogale ruwenzorii) belongs to the genus Micropotamogale, which is part of the taxonomic family Tenrecidae.

Is Ruwenzori otter shrew endangered?

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

What kingdom does Ruwenzori otter shrew belong to?

Ruwenzori otter shrew (Micropotamogale ruwenzorii) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Ruwenzori otter shrew?

The closest relatives of Ruwenzori otter shrew in the genus Micropotamogale include Nimba otter shrew.