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greater mouse-eared bat

Myotis myotis

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.

🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇦 Ukraine 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇱🇺 Luxembourg

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Species

Myotis myotis (greater mouse-eared bat)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Murciélago Ratonero Grande

French grand murin

German Grosses Mausohr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of greater mouse-eared bat?

The scientific name of greater mouse-eared bat is Myotis myotis. It belongs to the genus Myotis.

What is the conservation status of greater mouse-eared bat?

greater mouse-eared bat (Myotis myotis) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does greater mouse-eared bat live?

greater mouse-eared 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, Portugal, Sweden, Ukraine.

What family does greater mouse-eared bat belong to?

greater mouse-eared bat (Myotis myotis) belongs to the genus Myotis, which is part of the taxonomic family Vespertilionidae.

Is greater mouse-eared bat endangered?

Yes, greater mouse-eared bat (Myotis myotis) 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 greater mouse-eared bat belong to?

greater mouse-eared bat (Myotis myotis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (动物界).

What are the closest relatives of greater mouse-eared bat?

The closest relatives of greater mouse-eared bat in the genus Myotis include Beijing Shu'Erfu, Dazu Shu'Erfu, Maotui Shu'Erfu, Xushu'erfu, Californian Myotis.