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California Vole (Microtus californicus)

California Vole

Microtus californicus

About the California Vole

The California vole (Microtus californicus) is a type of vole which lives throughout much of California and part of southwestern Oregon. It is also known as the California meadow mouse. It averages 172 mm (6.8 in) in length although this length varies greatly between subspecies.

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the California Vole?

The scientific name of the California Vole is Microtus californicus.

How many California Vole sightings have been recorded?

3,001 observations of the California Vole have been recorded on iNaturalist.

3,001 observations on iNaturalist
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