Broad-headed Chiruromys vs California vole
Chiruromys lamia compared with Microtus californicus
Taxonomic Classification
| Rank | Broad-headed Chiruromys | California vole |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom same | Animalia (Animals) | Animalia (Animals) |
| Phylum same | Chordata (Chordates) | Chordata (Chordates) |
| Class same | Mammalia (Mammals) | Mammalia (Mammals) |
| Order same | Rodentia (Rodents) | Rodentia (Rodents) |
| Family | Muridae (Mice & Rats) | Cricetidae |
| Genus | Chiruromys | Microtus |
| Species | Chiruromys lamia | Microtus californicus |
Evolutionary Relationship
Broad-headed Chiruromys and California vole share a common ancestor at the Order level: Rodentia. (Rodents)
Conservation Status
Broad-headed Chiruromys
LC — Least ConcernCalifornia vole
LC — Least ConcernPhysical Characteristics
| Attribute | Broad-headed Chiruromys | California vole |
|---|---|---|
| Diet | — | — |
| Average Lifespan | — | — |
| Average Length | — | — |
| Average Weight | — | — |
Habitat & Geographic Range
Broad-headed Chiruromys
Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
California vole
Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Broad-headed Chiruromys
The Broad-headed Chiruromys (Chiruromys lamia) is a species in the genus Chiruromys. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
California vole
The California vole (Microtus californicus) is a species in the genus Microtus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
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