Watercolor illustration of Lemming Mountain Vole (Alticola lemminus)

Lemming Mountain Vole

Alticola lemminus

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

German Lemming-Gebirgswühlmaus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Lemming Mountain Vole?
The scientific name of Lemming Mountain Vole is Alticola lemminus. It belongs to the genus Alticola.
What is the conservation status of Lemming Mountain Vole?
Lemming Mountain Vole (Alticola lemminus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Lemming Mountain Vole belong to?
Lemming Mountain Vole (Alticola lemminus) belongs to the genus Alticola, which is part of the taxonomic family Cricetidae.
Is Lemming Mountain Vole endangered?
No, Lemming Mountain Vole (Alticola lemminus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Lemming Mountain Vole belong to?
Lemming Mountain Vole (Alticola lemminus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (животные).
What are the closest relatives of Lemming Mountain Vole?
The closest relatives of Lemming Mountain Vole in the genus Alticola include Bolsheukhaya Polyovka, Gobi-altaiskaya Polyovka, Olkhonskaya Polyovka, Ploskocherepnaya Polyovka, Tuvinskaya Polyovka.

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