🌿Native Nature

Water Chevrotain

Hyemoschus aquaticus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Artiodactyla ›Family: Tragulidae ›Genus: Hyemoschus

About

The water chevrotain (Hyemoschus aquaticus), also known as the fanged deer, is a small ruminant found in tropical Africa. It is the largest of the ten species of chevrotains, basal even-toed ungulates which are similar to deer but are barely larger than small dogs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Water Chevrotain?
The scientific name of Water Chevrotain is Hyemoschus aquaticus.
What is the conservation status of Water Chevrotain?
The Water Chevrotain has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Water Chevrotain belong to?
Water Chevrotain belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Water Chevrotain belong to?
Water Chevrotain belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Water Chevrotain belong to?
Water Chevrotain belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Water Chevrotain belong to?
Water Chevrotain belongs to the order Artiodactyla.
What family does Water Chevrotain belong to?
Water Chevrotain belongs to the family Tragulidae.
What genus does Water Chevrotain belong to?
Water Chevrotain belongs to the genus Hyemoschus.