Smith's Red-backed Vole

Craseomys smithii

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Cricetidae

About

Smith's vole is a species of rodent in the family Cricetidae. It is also known as Smith's red-backed vole and is found only in Japan.

Fun Fact

This vole is named after Richard Gordon Smith, (1858–1918) who, after falling out with his wife, traveled the world hunting for animals and keeping a record of his travels and discoveries in eight large leather-bound diaries.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Feeds on the stems and leaves of green plants and on seeds.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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