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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Artiodactyla ›Family: Tayassuidae ›Genus: Pecari

About

The collared peccary (Pecari tajacu) is a species of mammal in the family Tayassuidae found in North, Central, and South America. They are commonly referred to as javelina, saíno, or báquiro, although these terms are also used to describe other species in the family. The species is also known as the musk hog. In Trinidad, it is colloquially known as quenk.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Collared Peccary?
The scientific name of Collared Peccary is Pecari tajacu.
What kingdom does Collared Peccary belong to?
Collared Peccary belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Collared Peccary belong to?
Collared Peccary belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Collared Peccary belong to?
Collared Peccary belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Collared Peccary belong to?
Collared Peccary belongs to the order Artiodactyla.
What family does Collared Peccary belong to?
Collared Peccary belongs to the family Tayassuidae.
What genus does Collared Peccary belong to?
Collared Peccary belongs to the genus Pecari.