Wood Lemming

Myopus schisticolor

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Cricetidae

About

The wood lemming is a species of rodent in the family Cricetidae. It belongs to the rodent subfamily Arvicolinae, so is a relative of the voles, lemmings, and muskrats. It is found in the taiga biome of China, Estonia, Finland, Mongolia, Norway, Russia, and Sweden.

Fun Fact

This is due to an unusual genetic system where they have two different types of X chromosomes, the normal X and a mutated X*.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Habitat is a spruce forest with thick, copious moss cover.

Diet

Diet of the wood lemming consists mostly of moss.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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