Mammals in Focus

From large bears to small forest mice, the world of mammals is very diverse. The mammal profiles show different species, their special features, and their appearance. Their visible features are easy to notice, but their way of life and habitat are also interesting. The profiles explain how different mammals live and how they differ from one another, apart from their size. This gives you a clear and simple overview without having to read many scientific texts.

You can jump directly into the mammal profiles. Whether you want to learn more about a certain species or simply look at the photos, this section includes profiles of well-known and less noticeable mammals. Visual, clear, and informative.

Japanese Raccoon Dog (Nyctereutes procyonoides)

Japanese Raccoon Dog: Tanuki – Wild Canid and Cultural Icon The Japanese raccoon dog (Nyctereutes procyonoides), called tanuki in Japan, is an endemic wild canid of Japan. Here…
Eurasian Red Squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris)

The Eurasian Red Squirrel – Master of the Canopy Small acrobats with a strong survival instinct: the Eurasian red squirrel jumps, climbs, gathers—and remains fascinating to us humans.…
European Beaver (Castor fiber)

European Beaver – Nature’s Landscape Engineer The master builder among rodents reshapes river landscapes, creates habitats, and impresses with its construction skills. Natural Water Architecture: How the Beaver…
Alpine Marmot (Marmota marmota)

Alpine Marmot – Behavior & Hibernation Table of Contents Introduction You’re standing on an alpine meadow, the grass whispering at your feet, when a sharp whistle rings out:…
Pallas’s squirrel (Callosciurus erythraeus)

Pallas’s Squirrel – Exotic Climber in Europe’s Trees This acrobat from Asia is a striking sight – but also listed as an invasive species by the EU. Discover…
Red Fox (Vulpes vulpes)

Red Fox – The Cunning Survivalist It appears silently between houses, darts across fields, and vanishes into the forest—a master of camouflage who can adapt to nearly any…
European hare (Lepus europaeus)

European Hare – Fast Survivalist of the Fields European hare first: Its long legs, quick zigzag maneuvers, and cleverness in survival make it a true master of the…
Red deer (Cervus elaphus)

Red Deer (Cervus elaphus): A Wild Animal with Antlers and Secrets The red deer is the king of the forest – adaptable, shy, and impressive. Discover its lifestyle,…
Sika deer (Cervus nippon)

Key data Photography tips: The Sika deer has a distinctive fur pattern consisting of dark spots on a reddish-brown or gray-brown background. The fur is denser and warmer…
Ezo red fox (Vulpes vulpes schrencki)

Ezo Red Fox: The Clever Hunter of Hokkaido Discover the Ezo red fox: Learn all about its appearance, behavior, habitat, and how to spot it in Hokkaido –…