Lemmings are small rodents who are members of the Cricetidae family. They are subniveal animals (living in a zone that is in or under the snow layer) and together with the voles and muskrats, they make up the subfamily Arvicolinae. Lemmings are distributed throughout the tundra, … [Read more...]
Field Vole
The Field Vole (Microtus agrestis) is also known as the Short-tailed Vole. The Field Vole is one of the most common small rodents in the countrysides of Britain and Europe. It is found throughout the British mainland, however, it is not resident in Ireland, the Isle of Man or … [Read more...]