Oltenia Blind Mole-Rat

Spalax istricus

Conservation Status

Critically Endangered

Mammalia · Rodentia · Spalacidae

About

The Oltenia blind mole-rat is a critically endangered, possibly extinct species of rodent in the family Spalacidae. It is endemic to Romania.

Fun Fact

Previously described in 1909 by Lajos Méhelÿ as a subspecies of the Bukovina blind mole-rat (S.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Inhabits hilly and flat terrain of the Wallachian Plain, covered by steppe or forest-steppe vegetation.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Destruction
  • Pollution
  • Invasive Species
  • Over-Collection
  • Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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