Siberian Lemming

Lemmus sibiricus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Cricetidae

About

The West Siberian lemming or Western Siberian brown lemming is a true lemming species found in the Russian Federation. Like other lemmings, it belongs to the family Cricetidae of rodents.

Fun Fact

It does not hibernate during winter; it lives in burrows.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Carnivore

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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