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Sagebrush Vole (Lemmiscus curtatus)

Sagebrush Vole

Lemmiscus curtatus

About the Sagebrush Vole

The sagebrush vole (Lemmiscus curtatus) is a tiny vole found in western North America. This is the only member of genus Lemmiscus.

Key Facts

  • Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Sagebrush Vole?

The scientific name of the Sagebrush Vole is Lemmiscus curtatus.

How many Sagebrush Vole sightings have been recorded?

55 observations of the Sagebrush Vole have been recorded on iNaturalist.

55 observations on iNaturalist

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