Narrow-headed Vole

Stenocranius gregalis

Conservation Status

Data Deficient

Mammalia · Rodentia · Cricetidae

About

The narrow-headed vole is a species of rodent in the family Cricetidae. It was previously placed in the genus Microtus, but modern listings either lump this into genus Lasiopodomys or split it out into Stenocranius. It ranges over northern and central Asia.

Fun Fact

Its typical habitat is grassy plains, semi-deserts, open grassy areas in forests, alpine meadows and water meadows at altitudes of up to 4,000 metres (13,000 ft).

Quick Facts

Habitat

Distributed across the tundra region of northern Asia from the White Sea to the Kolyma River.

Diet

Feeds on grasses, legumes and other underground and above-ground plant material.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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