Eastern Voalavo (Voalavo antsahabensis) — Endangered Mammalia

Eastern Voalavo

Voalavo antsahabensis

Conservation Status

Endangered

Mammalia · Rodentia · Nesomyidae

About

The eastern voalavo is a rodent in the family Nesomyidae which occurs in the Anjozorobe forest of eastern Madagascar. Although surveys before 2002 failed to record the species, it is common in some places. However, it is threatened by habitat loss because of slash-and-burn agriculture. The species was formally described in 2005 and is most closely related to the only other species of Voalavo, the northern voalavo from northern Madagascar.

Fun Fact

Although surveys before 2002 failed to record the species, it is common in some places.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occurs in the Anjozorobe forest of eastern Madagascar.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Loss
  • Poaching and Hunting
  • Human-Wildlife Conflict
  • Disease

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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