Zwergspitzmaus

Sorex minutus

Vulnerable

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Eurasian pygmy shrew (Sorex minutus) is classified as Vulnerable (VU) on the IUCN Red List. Facing a high risk of endangerment in the wild, with declining populations and increasing habitat pressure.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Found across Europe (6 countries). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇷🇺 Russia 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇮🇪 Ireland

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Mammalia (Säugetiere)

Order

Soricomorpha (Soricomorpha)

Species

Sorex minutus (Zwergspitzmaus)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Musaraña Enana

French musaraigne pygmée

German Zwergspitzmaus

Portuguese Musaranho-anão-de-dentes-vermelhos

Turkish Cüce sivriburun

Similar Species in Sorex

Alpenspitzmaus

Sorex alpinus

Near Threatened

Italienische Waldspitzmaus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Zwergspitzmaus?

The scientific name of Zwergspitzmaus is Sorex minutus. It belongs to the genus Sorex.

What is the conservation status of Zwergspitzmaus?

Zwergspitzmaus (Sorex minutus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Zwergspitzmaus live?

Zwergspitzmaus is found in Found across Europe (6 countries). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Ireland, Norway, Russia, Sweden.

What family does Zwergspitzmaus belong to?

Zwergspitzmaus (Sorex minutus) belongs to the genus Sorex, which is part of the taxonomic family Soricidae.

Is Zwergspitzmaus endangered?

Yes, Zwergspitzmaus (Sorex minutus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Zwergspitzmaus belong to?

Zwergspitzmaus (Sorex minutus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Zwergspitzmaus?

The closest relatives of Zwergspitzmaus in the genus Sorex include Alpenspitzmaus, Italienische Waldspitzmaus, Knirpsspitzmaus, Maskenspitzmaus, Schabrackenspitzmaus.