Northern Bog Lemming

Northern Bog LemmingSynaptomys borealis occurs in northern North America. Maine's wildlife agency describes it in wet meadows and bogs with sphagnum, and lists sedges and grasses among its foods.What does it look like?The upper fur is dull brown, the head is grizzled gray, and the underside is gray. Fur near the ears may have rusty-colored tips.How does it live?Synaptomys borealis occurs in northern North America. Maine's wildlife agency describes it in wet meadows and bogs with sphagnum, and lists sedges and grasses among its foods.In Maine, it is recorded in wet meadows and bogs with sphagnum, sedges, and grasses. The state profile also mentions springs and mossy logs.Keeping it safeAn extinction-risk assessment has not been added yet.