Eichhoernchen

Sciurus vulgaris

Least Concern

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Eurasian red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris) is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Widespread and abundant across its range, with stable populations and no immediate conservation concerns.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Found across Asia (Georgia) and Europe (5 countries).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇷🇺 Russia 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇬🇪 Georgia 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Mammalia (Säugetiere)

Order

Rodentia (Nagetiere)

Family

Sciuridae (Squirrels)

Genus

Sciurus (Tree Squirrels)

Species

Sciurus vulgaris (Eichhoernchen)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Ardilla Roja

French écureuil, écureuil rouge

German Eichhoernchen

Similar Species in Sciurus

Grauhörnchen

Sciurus carolinensis

Not Evaluated

Kaukasisches Eichhörnchen

Northern Amazon Red Squirrel

Sciurus igniventris

Least Concern

Arizona Gray Squirrel

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Eichhoernchen?

The scientific name of Eichhoernchen is Sciurus vulgaris. It belongs to the genus Sciurus.

What is the conservation status of Eichhoernchen?

Eichhoernchen (Sciurus vulgaris) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Eichhoernchen live?

Eichhoernchen is found in Found across Asia (Georgia) and Europe (5 countries).. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Georgia, Norway, Russia, Sweden.

What family does Eichhoernchen belong to?

Eichhoernchen (Sciurus vulgaris) belongs to the genus Sciurus, which is part of the taxonomic family Sciuridae.

Is Eichhoernchen endangered?

No, Eichhoernchen (Sciurus vulgaris) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Eichhoernchen belong to?

Eichhoernchen (Sciurus vulgaris) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Eichhoernchen?

The closest relatives of Eichhoernchen in the genus Sciurus include Grauhörnchen, Kaukasisches Eichhörnchen, Northern Amazon Red Squirrel, Arizona Gray Squirrel, Mexican Fox Squirrel.