Anderson’s Red-backed Vole (Craseomys andersoni) — Least Concern Mammalia

Anderson’s Red-backed Vole

Craseomys andersoni

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Cricetidae

About

The Japanese red-backed vole, Wakayama red-backed vole, or Anderson's red-backed vole is a species of rodent in the family Cricetidae. It is found only on the island of Honshu in Japan. It was first described by the British zoologist Oldfield Thomas in 1905. Thomas named it in honor of scientific collector Malcolm Playfair Anderson. The International Union for Conservation of Nature lists it as "least concern".

Fun Fact

It is found only on the island of Honshu in Japan.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occurs in rocky areas and around rivers, as well as in banks, dykes and stone walls in agricultural areas.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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