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They have cylindrical bodies covered with long grey or brown fur with pale grey underparts. A patch of rust-coloured hair is seen at the base of the ears. They have small eyes, a hairy snout, and a short tail. They have 16 teeth and their upper incisors are grooved. They are {{cvt|13|cm}} long with a {{cvt|2|cm}} tail, and weigh about {{cvt|30|g}}. |
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Description
They have cylindrical bodies covered with long grey or brown fur with pale grey underparts. A patch of rust-coloured hair is seen at the base of the ears. They have small eyes, a hairy snout, and a short tail. They have 16 teeth and their upper incisors are grooved. They are 13 cm (5.1 in) long with a 2 cm (0.79 in) tail, and weigh about 30 g (1.1 oz).
Distribution and habitat
[edit] These animals are found in wet northern forests, bogs, tundra and meadows in Canada, Alaska, northern Washington, Minnesota, and New England. They feed on grasses, sedges, other green vegetation and mosses, as well as snails and slugs. [1] During the spring, summer and fall when there is no snow cover, the northern bog lemmings are most active below the earth's surface due to threats of predators. During this time, they live in burrows built underground. Northern bog lemmings are active above ground most of the winter season as the risk of coming into contact with predators is lower. In this season, they build their nests between the snow and the ground layer. Their nests are built from the grasses, moss, and sedges they find in their habitat and are spherical in shape.[2] Their droppings are green. Predators include owls, hawks, mustelids, and snakes. They are listed as "Species of Special Concern" for protection and preservation by the State of Minnesota.[1]
References
- ^ a b "Minnesota Profile: Northern bog lemming (Synaptomys borealis) | September–October 2022 | Minnesota Conservation Volunteer". Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Retrieved 2024-10-12.
- ^ Nicholas, Danielle. "Synaptomys borealis (northern bog lemming)". Animal Diversity Web. Retrieved 2024-10-12.