Wasserspitzmaus vs Faden-Binse
Neomys fodiens compared with Juncus filiformis
Key Differences
- Wasserspitzmaus is Endangered while Faden-Binse is Least Concern.
Taxonomic Classification
| Rank | Wasserspitzmaus | Faden-Binse |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Animalia (Tier) | Plantae (Pflanzen) |
| Phylum | Chordata (Chordatiere) | Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants) |
| Class | Mammalia (Säugetiere) | Liliopsida (Monocots) |
| Order | Soricomorpha (Soricomorpha) | Poales (Süßgrasartige) |
| Family | Soricidae | Juncaceae |
| Genus | Neomys | Juncus |
| Species | Neomys fodiens | Juncus filiformis |
Conservation Status
Wasserspitzmaus
EN — EndangeredFaden-Binse
LC — Least ConcernPhysical Characteristics
| Attribute | Wasserspitzmaus | Faden-Binse |
|---|---|---|
| Diet | — | — |
| Average Lifespan | — | — |
| Average Length | — | — |
| Average Weight | — | — |
Habitat & Geographic Range
Wasserspitzmaus
Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Russia, and Sweden. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.
Faden-Binse
Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.
Widely distributed across Europe (7 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and South America (Chile).
Wasserspitzmaus
Eurasian water shrew (Neomys fodiens) is classified as Endangered (EN) on the IUCN Red List. At high risk of extinction in the wild, with significant population decline and ongoing threats to survival.
Faden-Binse
No description available.
Shared Countries
Both species can be found in 4 countries:
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