Discover the fascinating world of the Western Red-backed Vole (*Clethrionomys californicus*), a small rodent thriving in North America's moist, forested habitats. With its distinctive reddish-orange stripe and secretive nocturnal behavior, this sociable creature plays a crucial role in its ecosystem as both a seed disperser and prey for various predators. Learn about its diet, reproduction, and conservation status in this engaging blog post.