Ardilla Terrestre
Spermophilus citellus
Endangered
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Habitat & Distribution
Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Found in Ukraine. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.
Conservation Status
EN
Endangered
Full Taxonomy
Kingdom
Animalia
(Animals)
Phylum
Chordata
(cordados)
Class
Mammalia
(mamíferos)
Order
Rodentia
(Rodents)
Family
Sciuridae
(Squirrels)
Genus
Spermophilus
Species
Spermophilus citellus
(Ardilla Terrestre)
Names in Other Languages
Spanish
Ardilla Terrestre
French
Souslik D'Europe
German
Ziesel
Similar Species in Spermophilus
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Ardilla Terrestre Moteada
Spermophilus suslicus
Near Threatened
Daurian Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus dauricus
Least Concern
Pallid Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus pallidicauda
Least Concern
Alashan Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus alashanicus
Least Concern
Caucasian Mountain Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus musicus
Near Threatened
Little Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus pygmaeus
Least Concern
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Russet Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus major
Least Concern
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Red-cheeked Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus erythrogenys
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of Ardilla Terrestre?
The scientific name of Ardilla Terrestre is Spermophilus citellus. It belongs to the genus Spermophilus.
What is the conservation status of Ardilla Terrestre?
Ardilla Terrestre (Spermophilus citellus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Ardilla Terrestre live?
Ardilla Terrestre is found in Found in Ukraine. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Ukraine.
What family does Ardilla Terrestre belong to?
Ardilla Terrestre (Spermophilus citellus) belongs to the genus Spermophilus, which is part of the taxonomic family Sciuridae.
Is Ardilla Terrestre endangered?
Yes, Ardilla Terrestre (Spermophilus citellus) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Ardilla Terrestre belong to?
Ardilla Terrestre (Spermophilus citellus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Ardilla Terrestre?
The closest relatives of Ardilla Terrestre in the genus Spermophilus include Ardilla Terrestre Moteada, Pallid Ground Squirrel, Alashan Ground Squirrel, Caucasian Mountain Ground Squirrel, Little Ground Squirrel.
Genus Spermophilus — 13 Species
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Ardilla Terrestre
Spermophilus citellus
Ardilla Terrestre Moteada
Spermophilus suslicus
Pallid Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus pallidicauda
Alashan Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus alashanicus
Caucasian Mountain Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus musicus
Little Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus pygmaeus
Russet Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus major
Red-cheeked Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus erythrogenys
Relict Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus relictus
Tien Shan Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus ralli
Brandt s Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus brevicauda
Yellow Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus fulvus
Daurian Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus dauricus
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