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Southern Tamandua

Tamandua tetradactyla

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Pilosa ›Family: Myrmecophagidae ›Genus: Tamandua

About

The southern tamandua (Tamandua tetradactyla), also called the collared anteater or lesser anteater, is a species of anteater from South America. It is a solitary animal, found in many habitats from mature to highly disturbed secondary forests and arid savannas. It feeds on ants, termites, and bees. Its very strong fore claws can be used to break insect nests or to defend itself.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Southern Tamandua?
The scientific name of Southern Tamandua is Tamandua tetradactyla.
What is the conservation status of Southern Tamandua?
The Southern Tamandua has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Southern Tamandua belong to?
Southern Tamandua belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Southern Tamandua belong to?
Southern Tamandua belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Southern Tamandua belong to?
Southern Tamandua belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Southern Tamandua belong to?
Southern Tamandua belongs to the order Pilosa.
What family does Southern Tamandua belong to?
Southern Tamandua belongs to the family Myrmecophagidae.
What genus does Southern Tamandua belong to?
Southern Tamandua belongs to the genus Tamandua.