Richardson's Collared Lemming

Dicrostonyx richardsoni

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Cricetidae

About

The Richardson's collared lemming is a small North American lemming. At one time, they were considered to be a subspecies of the Arctic lemming, Dicrostonyx torquatus. Some sources believe they are a subspecies of the northern collared lemming, Dicrostonyx groenlandicus.

Fun Fact

At one time, they were considered to be a subspecies of the Arctic lemming, Dicrostonyx torquatus.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in the tundra west of Hudson Bay in north-central Canada.

Diet

Feed on grasses, sedges and other green vegetation in summer and twigs of willow, aspen and birches in winter.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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