Montana Voles: Ecological Importance, Population Dynamics, And Management
Voles, small rodents abundant in Montana, play a vital role in ecosystems as prey for predators and ecosystem engineers. Three vole species exist in Montana: Meadow voles prefer tall grass habitats, Prairie voles inhabit short grass communities, and Montane voles are found in mountain forests. Their populations fluctuate seasonally, affected by habitat quality, predators, and…