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The field vole (*Microtus agrestis*) is a species within the genus *Microtus*. It is a mammal that inhabits forest and shrubland environments. The species has a mass of 2, with a gestation period of 19.5 days and a lactation period of 16 days. The average litter size is 4.4, and the longest observed lifespan is 4.8.
The IUCN Red List assessed the field vole as Least Concern in 2016. The species is also referred to by the common names Topillo Agreste, Campagnol Agreste, and Field Vole.
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Species
Least ConcernField Vole
species
Maximum longevity: 4.8 years (captivity) Observations: Voles, in general, are short-lived and show seasonal population crashes, probably due to lack of food. One captive specimen lived 4.8 years (Richard Weigl 2005).
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Encyclopedic overview
The short-tailed field vole, short-tailed vole, or simply field vole (Microtus agrestis), is a grey-brown vole, around 10 cm in length, with a short tail. It is one of the most common mammals in Europe, with a range extending from the Atlantic coast to Lake Baikal. These voles are found in moist grassy habitats, such as woodland, marsh or on river banks. Although they make shallow burrows, they usually build nests above ground. They are an important food source for owls and some other predators and their population size tends to peak and trough cyclically. Field voles breed prolifically, mainly in summer, but often all year round, even under snow. Females produce up to seven litters a year, each averaging from four to six young which are weaned after about fourteen days. The short-tailed field vole is both widespread and common and is listed as being of "Least Concern" by the IUCN.
Description
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