Reed Vole

Alexandromys fortis

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Cricetidae

About

The reed vole or Yangtze vole is a species of vole. It is found in northern and central Eurasia, including northern China and the Korean Peninsula. This species is somewhat larger and longer-tailed than most other voles.

Fun Fact

The reed vole is one of the largest voles in the genus Alexandromys.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Range includes the Trans-Baikal region of Russia, the Amur River Basin, northeastern Mongolia, eastern China and North and South Korea.

Diet

Eat shoots and leaves, as well as the stems of grasses.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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