Rock Vole (Microtus chrotorrhinus) — Least Concern Mammalia

Rock Vole

Microtus chrotorrhinus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Cricetidae

About

The rock vole, also known as the yellow-nosed vole, is a medium-sized species of vole found in eastern North America.

Fun Fact

This species is similar in appearance to the larger taiga vole.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Feed on grasses, mosses, underground fungi and berries (especially bunchberry), and also sometimes on caterpillars.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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