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California Vole

Microtus californicus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Rodentia ›Family: Cricetidae ›Genus: Microtus

About

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of California Vole?
The scientific name of California Vole is Microtus californicus.
What kingdom does California Vole belong to?
California Vole belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does California Vole belong to?
California Vole belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does California Vole belong to?
California Vole belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does California Vole belong to?
California Vole belongs to the order Rodentia.
What family does California Vole belong to?
California Vole belongs to the family Cricetidae.
What genus does California Vole belong to?
California Vole belongs to the genus Microtus.