Watercolor illustration of Gartenspitzmaus (Crocidura suaveolens)

Gartenspitzmaus

Crocidura suaveolens

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Found across Asia (Cyprus) and Europe (9 countries).

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Musaraña de Campo
French Crocidure des Jardins
German Gartenspitzmaus
Russian Malaya Belozubka

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Gartenspitzmaus?
The scientific name of Gartenspitzmaus is Crocidura suaveolens. It belongs to the genus Crocidura.
What is the conservation status of Gartenspitzmaus?
Gartenspitzmaus (Crocidura suaveolens) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Gartenspitzmaus live?
Gartenspitzmaus is found in Found across Asia (Cyprus) and Europe (9 countries).. Countries include Belgium, Cyprus, France, Greece, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Russia, Spain, United Kingdom.
What family does Gartenspitzmaus belong to?
Gartenspitzmaus (Crocidura suaveolens) belongs to the genus Crocidura, which is part of the taxonomic family Soricidae.
Is Gartenspitzmaus endangered?
No, Gartenspitzmaus (Crocidura suaveolens) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Gartenspitzmaus belong to?
Gartenspitzmaus (Crocidura suaveolens) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).
What are the closest relatives of Gartenspitzmaus?
The closest relatives of Gartenspitzmaus in the genus Crocidura include Feldspitzmaus, Hausspitzmaus, Kamerun-Spitzmaus, Kretaspitzmaus, Langfußspitzmaus.

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