Watercolor illustration of Japanese Pipistrelle (Pipistrellus abramus)

Japanese Pipistrelle

Pipistrellus abramus

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Distributed across Japan and Taiwan.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Abura Koumori
Chinese Dongya Chiafu
Russian Vostochnyi Netopyr'

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Japanese Pipistrelle?
The scientific name of Japanese Pipistrelle is Pipistrellus abramus. It belongs to the genus Pipistrellus.
What is the conservation status of Japanese Pipistrelle?
Japanese Pipistrelle (Pipistrellus abramus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Japanese Pipistrelle live?
Japanese Pipistrelle is found in Distributed across Japan and Taiwan.. Countries include Japan, Taiwan.
What family does Japanese Pipistrelle belong to?
Japanese Pipistrelle (Pipistrellus abramus) belongs to the genus Pipistrellus, which is part of the taxonomic family Vespertilionidae.
Is Japanese Pipistrelle endangered?
No, Japanese Pipistrelle (Pipistrellus abramus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Japanese Pipistrelle belong to?
Japanese Pipistrelle (Pipistrellus abramus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (حيوانات).
What are the closest relatives of Japanese Pipistrelle?
The closest relatives of Japanese Pipistrelle in the genus Pipistrellus include Common Pipistrelle, Endo's Pipistrelle, Minahassa Pipistrelle, Indian Pipistrelle, Madeiran Pipistrelle.

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