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California Vole

Microtus californicus sanpabloensis

Photo by HemaShah
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36.7783, -119.418

Field Notes

Description:

The meadow mouse or vole is abundant in the grassland areas of Mount Diablo. Voles make runways through the grass. They feed on grass, seeds, roots, and bark.

Habitat:

foothills

Reference Links:

Mammals of Mount Diablo

Species ID Suggestions

California Vole

Microtus californicus sanpabloensis

Reference Link
Jellis
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Comments (5)
HemaShah
The population of kites has increased to 5. I saw a bobcat that was so skinny.It is probably competing with these kites for food.
Jellis
Difference between mice and voles. Mice have bare ears, longer tails, white undersides and pointed nose. Voles are plump, shorter tail, hair on ears that also cover the front of the ears to prevent dirt from getting in when they burrow.
HemaShah
Thanks for your feedback Jellis.
Jellis
Not a mouse. That's a Vole
Photographed
PublishedAugust 30, 2016

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