Tundra Vole

Alexandromys oeconomus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Cricetidae

About

The tundra vole or root vole is a medium-sized vole found in Northern and Central Europe, Asia, and northwestern North America, including Alaska and northwestern Canada. In the western part of the Netherlands, the tundra vole is a relict from the ice age and has developed into the subspecies A. o. arenicola.

Fun Fact

In the western part of the Netherlands, the tundra vole is a relict from the ice age and has developed into the subspecies A.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in damp tundra or moist meadows, usually near water.

Diet

Feeds on grasses, sedges and seeds.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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