écureuil, écureuil rouge

Sciurus vulgaris

Least Concern

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Eurasian red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris) 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.

Found across Asia (Georgia) and Europe (5 countries).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇷🇺 Russia 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇬🇪 Georgia 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Mammalia (mammifères)

Order

Rodentia (Rodents)

Family

Sciuridae (Squirrels)

Genus

Sciurus (Tree Squirrels)

Species

Sciurus vulgaris (écureuil, écureuil rouge)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Ardilla Roja

French écureuil, écureuil rouge

German Eichhoernchen

Similar Species in Sciurus

Northern Amazon Red Squirrel

Sciurus igniventris

Least Concern

Arizona Gray Squirrel

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of écureuil, écureuil rouge?

The scientific name of écureuil, écureuil rouge is Sciurus vulgaris. It belongs to the genus Sciurus.

What is the conservation status of écureuil, écureuil rouge?

écureuil, écureuil rouge (Sciurus vulgaris) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does écureuil, écureuil rouge live?

écureuil, écureuil rouge is found in Found across Asia (Georgia) and Europe (5 countries).. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Georgia, Norway, Russia, Sweden.

What family does écureuil, écureuil rouge belong to?

écureuil, écureuil rouge (Sciurus vulgaris) belongs to the genus Sciurus, which is part of the taxonomic family Sciuridae.

Is écureuil, écureuil rouge endangered?

No, écureuil, écureuil rouge (Sciurus vulgaris) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does écureuil, écureuil rouge belong to?

écureuil, écureuil rouge (Sciurus vulgaris) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of écureuil, écureuil rouge?

The closest relatives of écureuil, écureuil rouge in the genus Sciurus include Écureuil De Deppe, Ecureuil gris, Guianan Squirrel, Northern Amazon Red Squirrel, Arizona Gray Squirrel.