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Russischer Desman

Desmana moschata

Endangered

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Distributed across Lithuania, Moldova, Russia, and Ukraine. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇲🇩 Moldova 🇷🇺 Russia 🇺🇦 Ukraine 🇱🇹 Lithuania

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Mammalia (Säugetiere)

Order

Soricomorpha (Soricomorpha)

Species

Desmana moschata (Russischer Desman)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Desman Ruso

German Russischer Desman

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Russischer Desman?

The scientific name of Russischer Desman is Desmana moschata. It belongs to the genus Desmana.

What is the conservation status of Russischer Desman?

Russischer Desman (Desmana moschata) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Russischer Desman live?

Russischer Desman is found in Distributed across Lithuania, Moldova, Russia, and Ukraine. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Lithuania, Moldova, Russia, Ukraine.

What family does Russischer Desman belong to?

Russischer Desman (Desmana moschata) belongs to the genus Desmana, which is part of the taxonomic family Talpidae.

Is Russischer Desman endangered?

Yes, Russischer Desman (Desmana moschata) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Russischer Desman belong to?

Russischer Desman (Desmana moschata) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).