Otomys irroratus — Details

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Overview

Distribution

Range Description

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This species is known from coastal and eastern South Africa, Lesotho and Swaziland, and the eastern highlands of Zimbabwe and into neighbouring areas of Mozambique. It is known from above 900 m asl.
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Ecology

Habitat

Habitat and Ecology

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Habitat and Ecology
It is known from grassland and marshes, as well as timber plantations.

Systems
  • Terrestrial
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Life History and Behavior

Life Expectancy

Lifespan, longevity, and ageing

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Observations: One captive animal lived for 1.8 years and animals in the wild probably do not live more than 2 years (Bronner et al. 1988). Still, without more detailed studies maximum longevity is classified as unknown.
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Conservation

Conservation Status

IUCN Red List Assessment

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Red List Category
LC
Least Concern

Red List Criteria

Version
3.1

Year Assessed
2008

Assessor/s
Taylor, P.J., Maree, S. & Monadjem, A.

Reviewer/s
Amori, G. (Small Nonvolant Mammal Red List Authority) & Cox, N. (Global Mammal Assessment Team)

Justification
Listed as Least Concern because it is relatively widespread, it is common, and its population is not believed to be in decline at present. Additional taxonomic studies might reveal this taxon to be comprised of several species for which a review of the Red List Assessment will be necessary.

History
  • 2004
    Least Concern
  • 1996
    Lower Risk/least concern
    (Baillie and Groombridge 1996)
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Population

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Population
It is a common species.

Population Trend
Stable
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Threats

Threats

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Major Threats
There are no major threats to this species at present.
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Management

Conservation Actions

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Conservation Actions
The range of the species includes several protected areas.
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Southern African Vlei Rat

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The Southern African Vlei Rat (Otomys irroratus) is a species of rodent in the Otomys genus ("vlei rats") of the family Muridae. It is found in Lesotho, Mozambique, South Africa, Swaziland, and Zimbabwe. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical high-altitude grassland, swamps, and plantations. This is the type species of the genus.[1]

References

  1. ^ Genus Otomys, Mammal Species of the World, 3rd ed.


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