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SPECIES PROFILE
Root Vole (Microtus oeconomus)
Microtus
IUCN STATUS
Least Concern
CONSERVATION STATUS
Least Concern
CLASS
Mammalia
GEOGRAPHICAL RANGE
Northern Europe, Siberia
DIET
Herbivorous
HABITAT
Wetlands, tundra
🔬 Classification
PHYLUM
Chordata
CLASS
Mammalia
ORDER
Rodentia
FAMILY
Cricetidae
GENUS
Microtus
📋 Description
SIZE
10-15 cm body, 30-60 g
COLORATION
Grey-brown
ADAPTATIONS
Wetland adaptation
🌿 Ecology
HABITAT
Wetlands, tundra
DIET
Herbivorous
GEOGRAPHIC RANGE
Northern Europe, Siberia
REPRODUCTION
4-8 young, multiple litters
DIET DETAILS
Aquatic plants, grasses
⚠️ Threats & Conservation
PRIMARY THREATS
Habitat loss
💡 Interesting Facts
1
The root vole is adapted to wet habitats and can swim well.
2
It is common in northern wetlands.
🔭 Sighting Guide
📍 BEST PLACES TO SIGHT
Lapland Finland
🗓️ BEST TIME TO SIGHT
Year-round
🎯 SIGHTING TIPS
Look for in wetlands and tundra.
