Quick answer
Chinchillas are listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List — habitat loss and human activity are among the main threats.
Conservation status
IUCN listing: Endangered.
Threats
Habitat loss, hunting, and climate change affect wild numbers.
How to help
Support reputable conservation organisations working in the species' range.
FAQs
Where can I learn more about the chinchilla?
See our full chinchilla profile for habitat, diet, and conservation status.
Where do these facts come from?
Researched from IUCN Red List data and our editorial chinchilla species profile.