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Günther's Vole (Microtus guentheri)

Günther's Vole

Microtus guentheri

About the Günther's Vole

Günther's vole (Microtus guentheri) is a species of rodent in the family Cricetidae, also known by the name Levant vole. It is found in Bulgaria, Greece, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Macedonia, Serbia and Montenegro, Syria, Turkey, and Libya. In Libya, its natural habitats are temperate grassland, subtropical or tropical high-altitude grassland, and arable land. In Israel, it is common in lowland agricultural fields, in peak years becoming a major crop pest.

Key Facts

  • Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Günther's Vole?

The scientific name of the Günther's Vole is Microtus guentheri.

How many Günther's Vole sightings have been recorded?

42 observations of the Günther's Vole have been recorded on iNaturalist.

42 observations on iNaturalist
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