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Highland Streaked Tenrec

Hemicentetes nigriceps

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Afrosoricida ›Family: Tenrecidae ›Genus: Hemicentetes

About

The highland streaked tenrec (Hemicentetes nigriceps) is an insectivore which lives in the central upland regions of Madagascar. Its black and white striped body is covered with quills, which it will raise when agitated. The spines detach and remain in the body of an inquisitive predator. The highland streaked tenrec uses its long snout to burrow under leaves and bark, searching for earthworms, its primary food.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Highland Streaked Tenrec?
The scientific name of Highland Streaked Tenrec is Hemicentetes nigriceps.
What is the conservation status of Highland Streaked Tenrec?
The Highland Streaked Tenrec has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Highland Streaked Tenrec belong to?
Highland Streaked Tenrec belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Highland Streaked Tenrec belong to?
Highland Streaked Tenrec belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Highland Streaked Tenrec belong to?
Highland Streaked Tenrec belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Highland Streaked Tenrec belong to?
Highland Streaked Tenrec belongs to the order Afrosoricida.
What family does Highland Streaked Tenrec belong to?
Highland Streaked Tenrec belongs to the family Tenrecidae.
What genus does Highland Streaked Tenrec belong to?
Highland Streaked Tenrec belongs to the genus Hemicentetes.