putois, putois deurope

Mustela putorius

Vulnerable

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European polecat (Mustela putorius) is classified as Vulnerable (VU) on the IUCN Red List. Facing a high risk of endangerment in the wild, with declining populations and increasing habitat pressure.

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

Mammalia (mammifères)

Order

Carnivora (carnivores)

Family

Mustelidae (Weasels & Otters)

Genus

Mustela

Species

Mustela putorius (putois, putois deurope)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Turón

French putois, putois deurope

German Iltis, Waldiltis

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of putois, putois deurope?

The scientific name of putois, putois deurope is Mustela putorius. It belongs to the genus Mustela.

What is the conservation status of putois, putois deurope?

putois, putois deurope (Mustela putorius) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does putois, putois deurope live?

putois, putois deurope 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 putois, putois deurope belong to?

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

Is putois, putois deurope endangered?

Yes, putois, putois deurope (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 putois, putois deurope belong to?

putois, putois deurope (Mustela putorius) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of putois, putois deurope?

The closest relatives of putois, putois deurope in the genus Mustela include belette, belette à longue queue, Cataquil, hermine, Putois à pieds noirs.