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Westigel, Braunbrustigel

Erinaceus europaeus

Least Concern

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hedgehog (Erinaceus europaeus) 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.

Widely distributed across Asia (China, Japan), Europe (8 countries), and Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Mammalia (Säugetiere)

Order

Erinaceomorpha (Erinaceomorpha)

Species

Erinaceus europaeus (Westigel, Braunbrustigel)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Erizo Europeo Occidental

French hérisson, hérisson occidental

German Westigel, Braunbrustigel

Similar Species in Erinaceus

Northern White-Breasted Hedgehog

Erinaceus roumanicus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Westigel, Braunbrustigel?

The scientific name of Westigel, Braunbrustigel is Erinaceus europaeus. It belongs to the genus Erinaceus.

What is the conservation status of Westigel, Braunbrustigel?

Westigel, Braunbrustigel (Erinaceus europaeus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Westigel, Braunbrustigel live?

Westigel, Braunbrustigel is found in Widely distributed across Asia (China, Japan), Europe (8 countries), and Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand).. Countries include Belgium, China, Denmark, France, Ireland, Italy, Japan, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal.

What family does Westigel, Braunbrustigel belong to?

Westigel, Braunbrustigel (Erinaceus europaeus) belongs to the genus Erinaceus, which is part of the taxonomic family Erinaceidae.

Is Westigel, Braunbrustigel endangered?

No, Westigel, Braunbrustigel (Erinaceus europaeus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Westigel, Braunbrustigel belong to?

Westigel, Braunbrustigel (Erinaceus europaeus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Westigel, Braunbrustigel?

The closest relatives of Westigel, Braunbrustigel in the genus Erinaceus include Weißbrustigel, Amur Hedgehog, Northern White-Breasted Hedgehog.