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Small eared zorro

Atelocynus microtis

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Distributed across Colombia and Ecuador. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

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
Canidae (Dogs & Wolves)
Genus
Atelocynus
Species
Atelocynus microtis (Small eared zorro)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Perro de Monte
French Renard à petites oreilles
German Kurzohrfuchs
Portuguese Cachorro-do-mato-de-orelhas-curtas

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Small eared zorro?
The scientific name of Small eared zorro is Atelocynus microtis. It belongs to the genus Atelocynus.
What is the conservation status of Small eared zorro?
Small eared zorro (Atelocynus microtis) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Small eared zorro live?
Small eared zorro is found in Distributed across Colombia and Ecuador. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador.
What family does Small eared zorro belong to?
Small eared zorro (Atelocynus microtis) belongs to the genus Atelocynus, which is part of the taxonomic family Canidae.
What kingdom does Small eared zorro belong to?
Small eared zorro (Atelocynus microtis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (动物界).

Native Range — 2 Countries

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Genus Atelocynus — 1 Species

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Small eared zorro
Atelocynus microtis
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