We radiocollared a sample of 61 red tree voles in Douglas County, Oregon and
monitored their movements to determine daily, seasonal, and sexual differences in
behavior and home range attributes. We also collected information on nest attributes,
survival, and dispersal of the radiocollared voles. Individual voles were monitored for
periods...
Red tree voles (Arborimus longicaudus) are a unique species of Arvicoline rodent found in western Oregon and northwest California. Their preferred habitat is mature and old-growth coniferous forest dominated by Douglas-fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii). Tree voles are an important prey item for northern spotted owls and many other predators, but are...