Natterer's Bat

Myotis nattereri

Critically Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, temperate coniferous forests, and temperate grasslands and steppes within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found across Europe (6 countries). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Species

Myotis nattereri (Natterer's Bat)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Murciélago Ratonero Gris

French vespertilion de natterer, murin de natterer

German Fransenfledermaus

Russian Ночница Наттерера

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Natterer's Bat?

The scientific name of Natterer's Bat is Myotis nattereri. It belongs to the genus Myotis.

What is the conservation status of Natterer's Bat?

Natterer's Bat (Myotis nattereri) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Natterer's Bat live?

Natterer's Bat is found in Found across Europe (6 countries). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Sweden, Ukraine.

What family does Natterer's Bat belong to?

Natterer's Bat (Myotis nattereri) belongs to the genus Myotis, which is part of the taxonomic family Vespertilionidae.

Is Natterer's Bat endangered?

Yes, Natterer's Bat (Myotis nattereri) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Natterer's Bat belong to?

Natterer's Bat (Myotis nattereri) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Natterer's Bat?

The closest relatives of Natterer's Bat in the genus Myotis include Alcathoe Myotis, Armien's Myotis, bechsteins bat, Big-footed Myotis, Black Myotis.