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Four-toed Sengi

Petrodromus tetradactylus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Macroscelidea ›Family: Macroscelididae ›Genus: Petrodromus

About

The four-toed elephant shrew or four-toed sengi is the only living species in the genus Petrodromus, which together with five other extant genera Rhynchocyon, Macroscelides, Petrosaltator, Galegeeska and Elephantulus constitutes the order Macroscelidea. This species is only found in particular regions in Africa and is smaller in size compared to its relatives. A comprehensive recording of this species is lacking.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Four-toed Sengi?
The scientific name of Four-toed Sengi is Petrodromus tetradactylus.
What is the conservation status of Four-toed Sengi?
The Four-toed Sengi has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Four-toed Sengi belong to?
Four-toed Sengi belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Four-toed Sengi belong to?
Four-toed Sengi belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Four-toed Sengi belong to?
Four-toed Sengi belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Four-toed Sengi belong to?
Four-toed Sengi belongs to the order Macroscelidea.
What family does Four-toed Sengi belong to?
Four-toed Sengi belongs to the family Macroscelididae.
What genus does Four-toed Sengi belong to?
Four-toed Sengi belongs to the genus Petrodromus.