Japanese Short-tailed Bat
Eptesicus japonensis
Vulnerable
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<speciesfyi-species slug="japanese-short-tailed-bat"></speciesfyi-species>Habitat & Distribution
Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Conservation Status
VU
Vulnerable
Full Taxonomy
Kingdom
Animalia
(حيوانات)
Phylum
Chordata
(حبليات)
Class
Mammalia
(ثدييات)
Order
Chiroptera
(خفاشيات)
Family
Vespertilionidae
Genus
Eptesicus
Species
Eptesicus japonensis
(Japanese Short-tailed Bat)
Names in Other Languages
Japanese
KubiwaKoumori
Similar Species in Eptesicus
Argentinian Brown Bat
Eptesicus furinalis
Least Concern
Big Brown Bat
Eptesicus fuscus
Least Concern
Isabelle's Serotine
Eptesicus isabellinus
Least Concern
Brazilian Brown Bat
Eptesicus brasiliensis
Least Concern
Harmless Serotine
Eptesicus innoxius
Near Threatened
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Serotine
Eptesicus serotinus
Vulnerable
Little Black Serotine
Eptesicus andinus
Least Concern
🐾
northern bat
Eptesicus nilssonii
Near Threatened
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of Japanese Short-tailed Bat?
The scientific name of Japanese Short-tailed Bat is Eptesicus japonensis. It belongs to the genus Eptesicus.
What is the conservation status of Japanese Short-tailed Bat?
Japanese Short-tailed Bat (Eptesicus japonensis) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Japanese Short-tailed Bat belong to?
Japanese Short-tailed Bat (Eptesicus japonensis) belongs to the genus Eptesicus, which is part of the taxonomic family Vespertilionidae.
Is Japanese Short-tailed Bat endangered?
Yes, Japanese Short-tailed Bat (Eptesicus japonensis) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Japanese Short-tailed Bat belong to?
Japanese Short-tailed Bat (Eptesicus japonensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (حيوانات).
What are the closest relatives of Japanese Short-tailed Bat?
The closest relatives of Japanese Short-tailed Bat in the genus Eptesicus include Argentinian Brown Bat, Big Brown Bat, Isabelle's Serotine, Brazilian Brown Bat, Harmless Serotine.
Genus Eptesicus — 13 Species
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LC
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LC
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LC
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LC
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NT
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VU
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LC
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NT
LC
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LC
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LC
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DD
Argentinian Brown Bat
Eptesicus furinalis
Big Brown Bat
Eptesicus fuscus
Isabelle's Serotine
Eptesicus isabellinus
Brazilian Brown Bat
Eptesicus brasiliensis
Harmless Serotine
Eptesicus innoxius
Serotine
Eptesicus serotinus
Little Black Serotine
Eptesicus andinus
northern bat
Eptesicus nilssonii
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VU
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Japanese Short-tailed Bat
Eptesicus japonensis
Botta's Serotine
Eptesicus bottae
Gobi Big Brown Bat
Eptesicus gobiensis
Chiriquinan Serotine
Eptesicus chiriquinus
Diminutive Serotine
Eptesicus diminutus
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