Hinton’s Red-backed Vole

Hinton’s Red-backed Vole

Explore the fascinating world of Hinton's Red-backed Vole (<i>Myodes californicus</i>), a nocturnal inhabitant of North America's temperate forests. With its distinctive reddish-brown stripe and impressive burrowing skills, this small mammal plays a crucial role in seed dispersal and ecosystem balance, despite facing threats from habitat destruction and climate change. Discover its unique adaptations and importance in the forest ecosystem in our latest blog post.