Jaguarundi

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Distributed across Colombia and Venezuela.

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (动物界)

Phylum

Chordata (脊索动物门)

Class

Mammalia (哺乳動物)

Order

Carnivora (食肉目)

Family

Felidae (Cats)

Genus

Puma (Pumas)

Species

Puma yagouaroundi (Jaguarundi)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Jaguarundi?

The scientific name of Jaguarundi is Puma yagouaroundi. It belongs to the genus Puma.

What is the conservation status of Jaguarundi?

Jaguarundi (Puma yagouaroundi) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Jaguarundi live?

Jaguarundi is found in Distributed across Colombia and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Venezuela.

What family does Jaguarundi belong to?

Jaguarundi (Puma yagouaroundi) belongs to the genus Puma, which is part of the taxonomic family Felidae.

Is Jaguarundi endangered?

No, Jaguarundi (Puma yagouaroundi) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Jaguarundi belong to?

Jaguarundi (Puma yagouaroundi) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (动物界).

What are the closest relatives of Jaguarundi?

The closest relatives of Jaguarundi in the genus Puma include puma.