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least weasel

Mustela nivalis

Near Threatened

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작은족제비(Mustela nivalis)는 IUCN 적색목록에서 준위협(NT) 등급으로 분류됩니다. 위협 기준에 근접하며, 보전 조치 없이는 취약 상태가 될 수 있는 개체군을 보유합니다.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, tundra, and tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, among 4 distinct biome types spanning the Australasia and Oceanian and Palearctic realms.

Widely distributed across Africa (Sao Tome and Principe), Asia (Cyprus), Europe (11 countries), and Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇸🇹 Sao Tome and Principe 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇷🇺 Russia 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇨🇾 Cyprus 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇷 France 🇬🇷 Greece 🇮🇹 Italy 🇲🇹 Malta 🇪🇸 Spain 🇳🇿 New Zealand

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Mustelidae (Weasels & Otters)

Genus

Mustela

Species

Mustela nivalis (least weasel)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Comadreja

French belette

German Mauswiesel

Similar Species in Mustela

Indonesian Mountain Weasel

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of least weasel?

The scientific name of least weasel is Mustela nivalis. It belongs to the genus Mustela.

What is the conservation status of least weasel?

least weasel (Mustela nivalis) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does least weasel live?

least weasel is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Sao Tome and Principe), Asia (Cyprus), Europe (11 countries), and Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Cyprus, Denmark, France, Greece, Italy, Malta, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal.

What family does least weasel belong to?

least weasel (Mustela nivalis) belongs to the genus Mustela, which is part of the taxonomic family Mustelidae.

What kingdom does least weasel belong to?

least weasel (Mustela nivalis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (동물).

What are the closest relatives of least weasel?

The closest relatives of least weasel in the genus Mustela include black-footed ferret, Amazon weasel, European polecat, American mink, European Mink.