Ostblindmaus

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Mammalia (Säugetiere)

Order

Rodentia (Nagetiere)

Family

Spalacidae

Genus

Spalax

Species

Spalax microphthalmus (Ostblindmaus)

Names in Other Languages

German Ostblindmaus

Similar Species in Spalax

Bukowinische Blindmaus

Spalax graecus

Vulnerable

Podolsk Blind Mole Rat

Spalax zemni

Vulnerable

Kazakhstan Blind Mole Rat

Spalax uralensis

Near Threatened

Giant Blind Mole Rat

Spalax giganteus

Least Concern

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Sandy Blind Mole Rat

Spalax arenarius

Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ostblindmaus?

The scientific name of Ostblindmaus is Spalax microphthalmus. It belongs to the genus Spalax.

What is the conservation status of Ostblindmaus?

Ostblindmaus (Spalax microphthalmus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Ostblindmaus belong to?

Ostblindmaus (Spalax microphthalmus) belongs to the genus Spalax, which is part of the taxonomic family Spalacidae.

Is Ostblindmaus endangered?

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

What kingdom does Ostblindmaus belong to?

Ostblindmaus (Spalax microphthalmus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Ostblindmaus?

The closest relatives of Ostblindmaus in the genus Spalax include Bukowinische Blindmaus, Podolsk Blind Mole Rat, Kazakhstan Blind Mole Rat, Giant Blind Mole Rat, Sandy Blind Mole Rat.