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Bush Hyrax

Heterohyrax brucei

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Hyracoidea ›Family: Procaviidae ›Genus: Heterohyrax

About

Heterohyrax brucei, more commonly known as the yellow-spotted rock hyrax or bush hyrax, is a species of mammal in the family Procaviidae. It is found in Angola, Botswana, Burundi, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Southern Egypt, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Rwanda, Somalia, Northern South Africa, Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. Its natural habitats are dry savanna and rocky areas. Hyrax comes from the Greek word ὕρακ, or shrew-mouse.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Bush Hyrax?
The scientific name of Bush Hyrax is Heterohyrax brucei.
What is the conservation status of Bush Hyrax?
The Bush Hyrax has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Bush Hyrax belong to?
Bush Hyrax belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Bush Hyrax belong to?
Bush Hyrax belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Bush Hyrax belong to?
Bush Hyrax belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Bush Hyrax belong to?
Bush Hyrax belongs to the order Hyracoidea.
What family does Bush Hyrax belong to?
Bush Hyrax belongs to the family Procaviidae.
What genus does Bush Hyrax belong to?
Bush Hyrax belongs to the genus Heterohyrax.