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Microtus chrotorrhinus (Miller, 1894) — Overview

Rock Vole learn more about names for this taxon

Species recognized by The Integrated Taxonomic Information System and T Orrell (custodian) in Species 2000 & ITIS Catalogue of Life: Annual Checklist 2009  •  Remove classification filter

IUCN threat status:

Least Concern (LC)

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As suggested by the common name, rocks are a prominent feature in the habitat of this species. Rock Voles prefer forest habitats with moss-covered rocks and boulders, thick ground cover, and accessible water. Females are able to mate 24 hours after giving birth, so they nurse one litter while pregnant with another. They usually have 3 or 4 offspring in a litter. The period of pregnancy is 19-21 days.

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