Rata de Agua

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Chordata (cordados)

Class

Mammalia (mamíferos)

Order

Rodentia (Rodents)

Family

Cricetidae

Genus

Arvicola

Species

Arvicola sapidus (Rata de Agua)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Rata de Agua

French Campagnol amphibie

German Iberische Schermaus

Similar Species in Arvicola

Rata Topera

Arvicola amphibius

Near Threatened

Montane Water Vole

Arvicola scherman

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Rata de Agua?

The scientific name of Rata de Agua is Arvicola sapidus. It belongs to the genus Arvicola.

What is the conservation status of Rata de Agua?

Rata de Agua (Arvicola sapidus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Rata de Agua belong to?

Rata de Agua (Arvicola sapidus) belongs to the genus Arvicola, which is part of the taxonomic family Cricetidae.

Is Rata de Agua endangered?

Yes, Rata de Agua (Arvicola sapidus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Rata de Agua belong to?

Rata de Agua (Arvicola sapidus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Rata de Agua?

The closest relatives of Rata de Agua in the genus Arvicola include Rata Topera, Montane Water Vole.