Brown Lemmi~g Info
: They are found across the tundra regions of northern North America (Canada and Alaska) and eastern Siberia.
Brown lemmings are among the most rapid breeders of any vertebrate: brown lemmi~g
: For winter digging, they grow specialized flattened claws on their front feet and have stiff bristles on their soles to aid in burrowing through snow. Habitat and Ecology : They are found across the tundra regions
The ( Lemmus trimucronatus ), also known as the Canadian lemming, is a vital keystone species of the Arctic tundra. This small, stocky rodent is famous for its extreme population fluctuations—often called "cycles"—which act as a primary "engine" for the entire northern ecosystem. Physical Characteristics also known as the Canadian lemming