Western Meadow Vole (Microtus drummondii) — Data Deficient Mammalia

Western Meadow Vole

Microtus drummondii

Conservation Status

Data Deficient

Mammalia · Rodentia · Cricetidae

About

The western meadow vole is a species of North American vole found in western North America, the midwestern United States, western Ontario, Canada, and formerly in Mexico. It was previously considered conspecific with the eastern meadow vole, but genetic studies indicate that it is a distinct species. It is sometimes called the field mouse or meadow mouse, although these common names can also refer to other species.

Fun Fact

It was previously considered conspecific with the eastern meadow vole (M.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Restricted to few habitats, and/or uses habitats less evenly than tolerant species).

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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