Turón

Mustela putorius

Vulnerable

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El turón europeo (Mustela putorius) está clasificado como Vulnerable (VU) en la Lista Roja de la UICN. Enfrenta un alto riesgo de peligro en estado silvestre, con poblaciones en declive y creciente presión sobre su hábitat.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Found across Europe (10 countries) and South America (Brazil, Colombia). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇷🇺 Russia 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇦 Ukraine 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇮🇪 Ireland 🇮🇹 Italy 🇪🇸 Spain 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇧🇷 Brazil

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Carnivora (carnívoros)

Family

Mustelidae (Weasels & Otters)

Genus

Mustela

Species

Mustela putorius (Turón)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Turón

French putois, putois deurope

German Iltis, Waldiltis

Similar Species in Mustela

Turón Patinegro Americano

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Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Turón?

The scientific name of Turón is Mustela putorius. It belongs to the genus Mustela.

What is the conservation status of Turón?

Turón (Mustela putorius) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Turón live?

Turón is found in Found across Europe (10 countries) and South America (Brazil, Colombia). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Brazil, Colombia, Denmark, Ireland, Italy, Norway, Portugal, Russia, Spain.

What family does Turón belong to?

Turón (Mustela putorius) belongs to the genus Mustela, which is part of the taxonomic family Mustelidae.

Is Turón endangered?

Yes, Turón (Mustela putorius) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Turón belong to?

Turón (Mustela putorius) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Turón?

The closest relatives of Turón in the genus Mustela include Armiño, Comadreja, Comadreja Amazónica, Comadreja cola larga, Comadreja Colombiana.