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Zwergmaus

Micromys minutus

Near Threatened

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harvest mouse, dwarf mouse, red mouse (Micromys minutus) is classified as Near Threatened (NT) on the IUCN Red List. Close to qualifying as threatened, with populations that may become vulnerable without conservation action.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Found across Asia (Taiwan) and Europe (6 countries). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇷🇺 Russia 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Mammalia (Säugetiere)

Order

Rodentia (Nagetiere)

Family

Muridae (Mice & Rats)

Genus

Micromys

Species

Micromys minutus (Zwergmaus)

Names in Other Languages

Chinese 巢鼠

Spanish Ratón Espiguero

French rat des moissons

German Zwergmaus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Zwergmaus?

The scientific name of Zwergmaus is Micromys minutus. It belongs to the genus Micromys.

What is the conservation status of Zwergmaus?

Zwergmaus (Micromys minutus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Zwergmaus live?

Zwergmaus is found in Found across Asia (Taiwan) and Europe (6 countries). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Russia, Sweden, Taiwan, United Kingdom.

What family does Zwergmaus belong to?

Zwergmaus (Micromys minutus) belongs to the genus Micromys, which is part of the taxonomic family Muridae.

What kingdom does Zwergmaus belong to?

Zwergmaus (Micromys minutus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).