1.Ajolote
The axolotl ( Ambystoma mexicacum ) is one of the characteristic animals of Mexico .The species is endemic to the Xochimilco Valley, where it lives in lagoons and shallow channels.It feeds on fish, worms and crustaceans.For all the details of its feeding, see the following article: "What do axolotls eat?".
Unfortunately, the axolotl is in critical danger of extinction due to pollution, the destruction of its habitat, the introduction of other species with which it must compete and the traffic to be used in medicine or as a pet.
2 Yucatecan Sardinilla
The Yucatecan sardinilla ( Fundulus persimilis ) is an endemic species of the waters that surround the Yucatan Peninsula . Measures only 15 centimeters long, it It feeds on seedlings, invertebrates and small fish.
Little is known about the life and reproduction habits of the Yucatecan sardine, however, is in danger of extinction due to pollution and indiscriminate fishing.
3.Fish with fringes from the Gulf of Mexico
Among the examples of endemic species of Mexico is the fish with fringes ( Gymnachirus texae ), a species that inhabits the soft sands of the sea floor.It is characterized by an oval body with dark stripes, a feature that gives name to this curious fish.
There is little information about the species, since its population is not abundant or represents a danger for the human being.However, sometimes it is fish to serve as food, although this is rare.
Image: Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute
4.Dwarf chahara
The dwarf chara ( Cyanolyca nana ) is another of the typical animals of Mexico.It measures about 24 centimeters and weighs 40 grams, is distributed through the humid forests of Xalapa and between Oaxaca and Caripan.
The species is characterized by a dark blue plumage with black areas and a light-colored chest.It is part of the passerine birds , order to which more than half of the birds of the world belong, and that are distinguished by being singers.
Image: ebird.org
5 Gulf spiny iguana
This species of iguana ( Ctenosaura acanthura ) inhabits the area of northern Mexico , where it lives wooded areas with trees and rocks.It feeds on leaves and fruits It finds.
The spiny iguana of the Gulf is diurnal and loves to sunbathe, like other species of iguanas.It is easy to recognize by its dark body or topped off Pointed scales in the loin area.
Image: naturalista.mx
6.Tehuantepec fever
Other animals of Mexico are the hare of Tehuantepec ( Lepus flavigularis ), a species that inhabits the savannas of Oaxaca and the Gulf of Tehuantepec .It is characterized by a bright brown coat on the back, white abdomen and two black stripes that descend from its ears to the neck.
Little is known about the number of copies exist or their reproduction period, but it is one of the largest hares in Mexico .However, IUCN indicates that it is an endangered species.
Image: iucnredlist.org
7 marine vaquita
The vaquita marina ( Phocoena sinus ) is a endemic cetacean of the Gulf of California , located in the waters surrounding the Mexican states of Sinaloa and Sonora The species measures 1.5 meters and weighs only 50 kilos.It feeds on different fish and squid.
This species is among the characteristic animals of Mexico, since it is only possible to find it in that small area of the gulf.There are several national programs intended for conservation, since is in critical danger of extinction , being one of the most threatened marine animals in the world.
8 Mexican pygmy fiber
Another example of endemic species of Mexico is the Mexican pygmy vibora ( Croatalus ravus ).It is a poisonous snake that inhabits the mountains that surround Tehuantepec, in addition to Veracruz, Morelos, Guerrero, Puebla and Oaxaca, among other areas.If you want to know other venomous snakes, do not miss this article: "The most poisonous snakes in the world".
The species reaches 70 centimeters long and has a varied skin color, although 4 rings are common around the end of the tail.
9 Mexican prairie dog
The prairie dog ( Cynomys mexicanus ) is another of the animals of Mexico, a species of rodent that is located only in the area between Coahuila de Zaragoza and Matehuala .It is a species that feeds mostly on plants and herbs, but sometimes also consumes insects.
The prairie dog has long been considered a pest for sowings, so that at this moment is in danger of extinction .
10.Teporingo
The teporingo or bunny of the volcanoes ( Romerolagus diazi ) inhabits the volcanic highlands of Mexico , in the thick grasslands that grow around its diet.herbivora and lives in groups of up to 6 individuals.
This species is distinguished by measuring 30 centimeters and weighing just over half a kilo.It has yellow and black fur with ocher areas.
11 Cozumel Map
Cozumel raccoon or pygmy raccoon ( Procyon pygmaeus ) is another of the endemic animals of Mexico.It inhabits only the Cozumel Island , near The Yucatan Peninsula.
It is a species that feeds on lizards, insects and small marine animals, but also consumes fruits and fruits.It weighs only 4 kilos and has a brown coat with a black stripe on the eyes.
12 Mexican scorpion
The Mexican scorpion ( Vaejovis mexicanus ) is a species that is found in Mexico City and Tlaxcala , where it prefers to live in logs, between rocks and in burrows.
The species is characterized by a dark brown color with lighter tongs.Its stinger, although pointed, does not represent a danger to humans.It measures only 5 centimeters and feeds on other smaller insects.If you want to discover scorpions that if they can pose a threat, do not miss this article: "The most poisonous scorpions in the world".
13 Mexican mole lizard
The mole lizard ( Bipes biporus ) is one of the most curious looking animals in Mexico.It is a elongated and thin body reptile , similar to a worm, but which has two front legs that help it move on the rocky ground.
It is distributed between the Cabo de San Lucas and the Bay of Sebastian Vizcaino. It is a carnivorous animal , so it feeds on insects, worms and lizards.
14.Alchichica Charal
The Alchichica charal ( Poblana Alchichica ) is a fish that inhabits the fresh waters of the Mexican central highlands .It is difficult to know its exact distribution, by What is unknown is the number of its population or many of its life habits, which is why IUCN considers the species in a critical state of extinction.
It is a fish that lives in groups and measures 3 to 5 cm long, so it is very small in size.
Image: naturalista.mx
15 Tamaulipas owl
The Tamaulipan owl ( Glaucidium sanchezi ) is distributed in a small area, in the forests between Tamaulipas and Tamazunchale. It is an owl that only It measures 13 centimeters and weighs about 60 grams.
The species feeds on other smaller animals, such as rodents and lizards.It has a brown plumage with some darker areas.
16.Caraolo serrano
The chingolo serrano ( Xenospiza baileyi ) is a singing bird that is part of the list of typical animals of Mexico.Its exact distribution is uncertain, it is in danger of extinction.It is known that it inhabits the highlands of the Sierra Madre and some volcanic areas.
The chingolo is characterized by presenting a reddish plumage with white areas towards the center, in addition to various stripes that run through its body.
17.Nauyaca guerrerense de montana
Another example of animals in Mexico, the Nahuaya guerrerense ( Mixcoatlus barbouri ) is a terrestrial snake that is distributed throughout the highlands of the state of Guerrero.
The species is characterized by an elongated body of 50 centimeters with reddish scales that exhibit a darker and even black striped pattern in some specimens.
18.Aquatic box turtle
The aquatic box turtle ( Terrapene coahuila ) inhabits the humid areas of Coahuila de Zaragoza , although the exact number of its population is currently unknown.In fact, it is considered to be in danger of extinction.
The species can live up to 50 years and feeds on snails, insects, worms, flowers, fungi and berries.
19.Banana murcielago
The banana bat ( Musonycteris harrisoni ) is a species that is distributed among the forests and caverns that are between Michoacan, Guerrero, Morelos and Colima .
This endemic animal species from Mexico feeds on insects, nectar and flower pollen.It is in danger of extinction due to the destruction of its habitat.To know more types of bats, see this other Article: "Types of bats and their characteristics".
Image: iucnredlist.org
20 Pygmy Spotted Skunk
The mottled skunk ( Spilogale pygmaea ) is a species that inhabits the wooded areas that surround the Pacific coast of Mexico. It is a nocturnal animal that feeds of berries, insects, fruits, small birds and lizards.
The species is characterized by black fur with white stripes over the eyes, back and sides.
Image: imagenesmy.com
Other endemic species of Mexico
Although the above are the most representative endemic animals of Mexico, the truth is that they are not the only ones.Below we show other examples of endemic species of Mexico:
- Crab of the canyons ( Pseudothelphusa dugesi )
- Royal Acocil ( Procambarus regiomontanus )
- Butterfly Hope ( Papilio Hope )
- Charal de Almoloya ( Poblana ferdebueni )
- Charal de Quechulac ( Poblana squamata )
- Frog of the Sierra Madre Occidental ( Lithobates sierramadrensis )
- Large-crested toad ( Bufo cristatus )
If you want to read more articles similar to Endemic animals of Mexico-Complete list , we recommend that you enter our Curiosities section of the animal world.
Bibliography
- IUCN Red List. Tehuantepec Jackrabbit .Available at: https://www.iucnredlist.org/species/11790/3306162.
- Moriana, L.( 2018, juli or 2). What endemic species are in Mexico with examples .EcologiaVerde . Available in: https://www.ecologiaverde.com/que-especies-endemicas-hay-en-mexico-con-ejemples-1367.html.
- IUCN Network List. Vaquita. Available at: https://www.iucnredlist.org/species/17028/50370296.
- Red List IUCN. Crotalus ravus .Available at: https://www.iucnredlist.org/species/64330/12771045.
- Red List IUCN. Mexican Prairie Dog .Available at: https://www.iucnredlist.org/species/6089/22260873.
- IUCN Red List. Alchichica Silverside .Available at: https://www.iucnredlist.org/species/17762/7463041.
- IUCN Network List. Coahuila Box Turtle .Available at: https://www.iucnredlist.org/species/21642/97428806.
- IUCN Network List. Musonycteris harrisoni. Available at: https://www.iucnredlist.org/species/14003/22099002.
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