Black and rufous elephant shrew/sengi

Rhynchocyon petersi

Vulnerable

About

The Black and rufous elephant shrew/sengi (Rhynchocyon petersi) is a species in the genus Rhynchocyon. It is currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, and flooded grasslands and savannas, among 5 distinct biome types within the Afrotropic biogeo

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, and flooded grasslands and savannas, among 5 distinct biome types within the Afrotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found in Kenya. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇰🇪 Kenya

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (hayvan)

Phylum

Chordata (Kordalılar)

Class

Mammalia (memeliler)

Order

Macroscelidea (Fil sivri fareleri)

Species

Rhynchocyon petersi (Black and rufous elephant shrew/sengi)

Similar Species in Rhynchocyon

Golden-rumped elephant shrew

Rhynchocyon chrysopygus

Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Black and rufous elephant shrew/sengi?

The scientific name of Black and rufous elephant shrew/sengi is Rhynchocyon petersi. It belongs to the genus Rhynchocyon.

What is the conservation status of Black and rufous elephant shrew/sengi?

Black and rufous elephant shrew/sengi (Rhynchocyon petersi) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Black and rufous elephant shrew/sengi live?

Black and rufous elephant shrew/sengi is found in Found in Kenya. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Kenya.

What family does Black and rufous elephant shrew/sengi belong to?

Black and rufous elephant shrew/sengi (Rhynchocyon petersi) belongs to the genus Rhynchocyon, which is part of the taxonomic family Macroscelididae.

Is Black and rufous elephant shrew/sengi endangered?

Yes, Black and rufous elephant shrew/sengi (Rhynchocyon petersi) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Black and rufous elephant shrew/sengi belong to?

Black and rufous elephant shrew/sengi (Rhynchocyon petersi) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hayvan).

What are the closest relatives of Black and rufous elephant shrew/sengi?

The closest relatives of Black and rufous elephant shrew/sengi in the genus Rhynchocyon include Golden-rumped elephant shrew.