Bank Vole

Myodes glareolus

Least Concern

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Bank Vole (Myodes glareolus) is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Widespread and abundant across its range, with stable populations and no immediate conservation concerns.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Found across Europe (5 countries) and North America (Canada).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇷🇺 Russia 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇨🇦 Canada

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Mammalia (Säugetiere)

Species

Myodes glareolus (Bank Vole)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Topillo Rojo

French Campagnol roussatre

Similar Species in Myodes

Boreal Red-Backed Vole

Myodes gapperi

Least Concern

Northern Red-backed Vole

Shanxi Red-backed Vole

Myodes shanseius

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Bank Vole?

The scientific name of Bank Vole is Myodes glareolus. It belongs to the genus Myodes.

What is the conservation status of Bank Vole?

Bank Vole (Myodes glareolus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Bank Vole live?

Bank Vole is found in Found across Europe (5 countries) and North America (Canada).. Countries include Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Norway, Russia, Sweden.

What family does Bank Vole belong to?

Bank Vole (Myodes glareolus) belongs to the genus Myodes, which is part of the taxonomic family Cricetidae.

Is Bank Vole endangered?

No, Bank Vole (Myodes glareolus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Bank Vole belong to?

Bank Vole (Myodes glareolus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Bank Vole?

The closest relatives of Bank Vole in the genus Myodes include Boreal Red-Backed Vole, Northern Red-backed Vole, Gray Red-backed Vole, Shanxi Red-backed Vole, Tien Shan Red-backed Vole.