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common long-eared bat

Plecotus auritus

Near Threatened

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common long-eared bat (Plecotus auritus) is classified as Near Threatened (NT) on the IUCN Red List. Close to qualifying as threatened, with populations that may become vulnerable without conservation action.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Found across Europe (6 countries). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇱🇺 Luxembourg 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇦 Ukraine

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Species

Plecotus auritus (common long-eared bat)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Orejudo Dorado

French oreillard roux, oreillard commun, oreillard septentrional

German Braune Langohr

Russian Бурый ушан

Similar Species in Plecotus

Alpine Long-eared Bat

Plecotus macrobullaris

Japanese Long-eared Bat

Plecotus sacrimontis

Least Concern

Kolombatovic's Long-eared Bat

Plecotus kolombatovici

Least Concern

Ognev's Long-eared Bat

Plecotus ognevi

Least Concern

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Sardinian Long-eared Bat

Plecotus sardus

Vulnerable

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Taiwan Long-eared Bat

Plecotus taivanus

Near Threatened

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of common long-eared bat?

The scientific name of common long-eared bat is Plecotus auritus. It belongs to the genus Plecotus.

What is the conservation status of common long-eared bat?

common long-eared bat (Plecotus auritus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does common long-eared bat live?

common long-eared bat is found in Found across Europe (6 countries). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Sweden, Ukraine.

What family does common long-eared bat belong to?

common long-eared bat (Plecotus auritus) belongs to the genus Plecotus, which is part of the taxonomic family Vespertilionidae.

What kingdom does common long-eared bat belong to?

common long-eared bat (Plecotus auritus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of common long-eared bat?

The closest relatives of common long-eared bat in the genus Plecotus include Alpine Long-eared Bat, Canary Big-eared Bat, grey long-eared bat, Japanese Long-eared Bat, Kolombatovic's Long-eared Bat.