Ziesel
Spermophilus citellus
Endangered
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Habitat & Distribution
Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Found in Ukraine. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.
Conservation Status
EN
Endangered
Full Taxonomy
Kingdom
Animalia
(Tier)
Phylum
Chordata
(Chordatiere)
Class
Mammalia
(Säugetiere)
Order
Rodentia
(Nagetiere)
Family
Sciuridae
(Squirrels)
Genus
Spermophilus
Species
Spermophilus citellus
(Ziesel)
Names in Other Languages
Spanish
Ardilla Terrestre
French
Souslik D'Europe
German
Ziesel
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Spermophilus fulvus
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Grauziesel
Spermophilus pygmaeus
Least Concern
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Perlziesel
Spermophilus suslicus
Near Threatened
Alashan Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus alashanicus
Least Concern
Caucasian Mountain Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus musicus
Near Threatened
Brandt s Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus brevicauda
Least Concern
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Red-cheeked Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus erythrogenys
Least Concern
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Relict Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus relictus
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of Ziesel?
The scientific name of Ziesel is Spermophilus citellus. It belongs to the genus Spermophilus.
What is the conservation status of Ziesel?
Ziesel (Spermophilus citellus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Ziesel live?
Ziesel is found in Found in Ukraine. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Ukraine.
What family does Ziesel belong to?
Ziesel (Spermophilus citellus) belongs to the genus Spermophilus, which is part of the taxonomic family Sciuridae.
Is Ziesel endangered?
Yes, Ziesel (Spermophilus citellus) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Ziesel belong to?
Ziesel (Spermophilus citellus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).
What are the closest relatives of Ziesel?
The closest relatives of Ziesel in the genus Spermophilus include Gelbziesel, Grauziesel, Perlziesel, Caucasian Mountain Ground Squirrel, Brandt s Ground Squirrel.
Genus Spermophilus — 13 Species
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Gelbziesel
Spermophilus fulvus
Grauziesel
Spermophilus pygmaeus
Perlziesel
Spermophilus suslicus
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Ziesel
Spermophilus citellus
Caucasian Mountain Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus musicus
Brandt s Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus brevicauda
Russet Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus major
Red-cheeked Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus erythrogenys
Relict Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus relictus
Tien Shan Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus ralli
Pallid Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus pallidicauda
Daurian Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus dauricus
Alashan Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus alashanicus
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