🌿Native Nature

Congo Clawless Otter

Lutra congica

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Carnivora ›Family: Mustelidae ›Genus: Lutra

About

The Congo clawless otter (Aonyx congicus), also known as the Cameroon clawless otter, is a species in the family Mustelidae. It was formerly recognised as a subspecies (Aonyx capensis congicus) of the African clawless otter.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Congo Clawless Otter?
The scientific name of Congo Clawless Otter is Lutra congica.
What is the conservation status of Congo Clawless Otter?
The Congo Clawless Otter has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
What kingdom does Congo Clawless Otter belong to?
Congo Clawless Otter belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Congo Clawless Otter belong to?
Congo Clawless Otter belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Congo Clawless Otter belong to?
Congo Clawless Otter belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Congo Clawless Otter belong to?
Congo Clawless Otter belongs to the order Carnivora.
What family does Congo Clawless Otter belong to?
Congo Clawless Otter belongs to the family Mustelidae.
What genus does Congo Clawless Otter belong to?
Congo Clawless Otter belongs to the genus Lutra.