Southwestern Water Vole

Arvicola sapidus

Conservation Status

Near Threatened

Mammalia · Rodentia · Cricetidae

About

The southwestern water vole or southern water vole is a large amphibious vole native to most of France and southwestwards through Spain and Portugal. It is listed on the IUCN Red List as a Near Threatened species.

Fun Fact

Male reproductive capacity similarly varies seasonally, with testes reaching their largest sizes during spring and summer, and significantly reducing in size during autumn and winter months.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Native to most of France and southwestwards through Spain and Portugal.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Hunting and Collection
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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