🌿Native Nature

African Brush-tailed Porcupine

Atherurus africanus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Rodentia ›Family: Hystricidae ›Genus: Atherurus

About

The African brush-tailed porcupine (Atherurus africanus) is a species of rat-like Old World porcupine, indigenous to a broad belt of Africa ranging from Guinea on the west coast to Kenya on the east. This is a common species with a very wide range, and despite being used extensively for bushmeat, the International Union for Conservation of Nature has rated its conservation status as being of "least concern".

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of African Brush-tailed Porcupine?
The scientific name of African Brush-tailed Porcupine is Atherurus africanus.
What is the conservation status of African Brush-tailed Porcupine?
The African Brush-tailed Porcupine has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does African Brush-tailed Porcupine belong to?
African Brush-tailed Porcupine belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does African Brush-tailed Porcupine belong to?
African Brush-tailed Porcupine belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does African Brush-tailed Porcupine belong to?
African Brush-tailed Porcupine belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does African Brush-tailed Porcupine belong to?
African Brush-tailed Porcupine belongs to the order Rodentia.
What family does African Brush-tailed Porcupine belong to?
African Brush-tailed Porcupine belongs to the family Hystricidae.
What genus does African Brush-tailed Porcupine belong to?
African Brush-tailed Porcupine belongs to the genus Atherurus.