European Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus citellus
Endangered
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<speciesfyi-species slug="european-ground-squirrel"></speciesfyi-species>Habitat & Distribution
Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Found in Ukraine. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.
Conservation Status
EN
Endangered
Full Taxonomy
Kingdom
Animalia
(hayvan)
Phylum
Chordata
(Kordalılar)
Class
Mammalia
(memeliler)
Order
Rodentia
(kemiriciler)
Family
Sciuridae
(Squirrels)
Genus
Spermophilus
Species
Spermophilus citellus
(European Ground Squirrel)
Names in Other Languages
Spanish
Ardilla Terrestre
French
Souslik D'Europe
German
Ziesel
Similar Species in Spermophilus
Brandt s Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus brevicauda
Least Concern
Alashan Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus alashanicus
Least Concern
Daurian Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus dauricus
Least Concern
Pallid Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus pallidicauda
Least Concern
Caucasian Mountain Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus musicus
Near Threatened
Little Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus pygmaeus
Least Concern
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Russet Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus major
Least Concern
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Red-cheeked Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus erythrogenys
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of European Ground Squirrel?
The scientific name of European Ground Squirrel is Spermophilus citellus. It belongs to the genus Spermophilus.
What is the conservation status of European Ground Squirrel?
European Ground Squirrel (Spermophilus citellus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does European Ground Squirrel live?
European Ground Squirrel is found in Found in Ukraine. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Ukraine.
What family does European Ground Squirrel belong to?
European Ground Squirrel (Spermophilus citellus) belongs to the genus Spermophilus, which is part of the taxonomic family Sciuridae.
Is European Ground Squirrel endangered?
Yes, European Ground Squirrel (Spermophilus citellus) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does European Ground Squirrel belong to?
European Ground Squirrel (Spermophilus citellus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hayvan).
What are the closest relatives of European Ground Squirrel?
The closest relatives of European Ground Squirrel in the genus Spermophilus include Brandt s Ground Squirrel, Alashan Ground Squirrel, Daurian Ground Squirrel, Pallid Ground Squirrel, Caucasian Mountain Ground Squirrel.
Genus Spermophilus — 13 Species
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Brandt s Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus brevicauda
Alashan Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus alashanicus
Daurian Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus dauricus
Pallid Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus pallidicauda
Caucasian Mountain Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus musicus
Little Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus pygmaeus
Russet Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus major
Red-cheeked Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus erythrogenys
Relict Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus relictus
Tien Shan Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus ralli
Speckled Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus suslicus
Yellow Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus fulvus
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European Ground Squirrel
Spermophilus citellus
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