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Hova Rice Tenrec

Oryzorictes hova

Taxonomy

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

About

The mole-like rice tenrec (Oryzorictes hova), also known as the fossorial tenrec or hova rice tenrec, is a species of mammal in the family Tenrecidae. It is endemic to Madagascar. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest, subtropical or tropical moist montane forest, swamps, freshwater lakes, irrigated land, and seasonally flooded agricultural land. It is threatened by habitat loss.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hova Rice Tenrec?
The scientific name of Hova Rice Tenrec is Oryzorictes hova.
What is the conservation status of Hova Rice Tenrec?
The Hova Rice Tenrec has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Hova Rice Tenrec belong to?
Hova Rice Tenrec belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Hova Rice Tenrec belong to?
Hova Rice Tenrec belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Hova Rice Tenrec belong to?
Hova Rice Tenrec belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Hova Rice Tenrec belong to?
Hova Rice Tenrec belongs to the order Afrosoricida.
What family does Hova Rice Tenrec belong to?
Hova Rice Tenrec belongs to the family Tenrecidae.
What genus does Hova Rice Tenrec belong to?
Hova Rice Tenrec belongs to the genus Oryzorictes.