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Bank vole, Myodes glareolus
Bank vole, Myodes glareolus (Red or meadow vole, Arvicola pratensis, and named short-tailed campagnol on the plate in error). Handcoloured steel engraving by Lizars after an illustration by James Stewart from William Jardines Naturalists Library, Edinburgh, 1836
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Arvicola Bank Jardine Lizars Meadow Naturalists Pratensis Short Tailed Stewart Vole Glareolus Myodes
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This exquisitely detailed hand-colored steel engraving depicts the Bank Vole, Myodes glareolus, also known as the Red Vole or Meadow Vole. The engraving, created by Lizars after an illustration by Sir James Stewart, was originally published in Sir William Jardine's Naturalist's Library in Edinburgh in 1836. The Bank Vole is a small mammal native to Europe and Asia, with a stocky body, round ears, and a short, bushy tail. They are typically found in grassy habitats near water, such as meadows, marshes, and riverbanks. The Bank Vole is an important prey species for many predators, including foxes, weasels, and owls. They are omnivorous, feeding on a variety of vegetation, seeds, and invertebrates. The Bank Vole's fur is typically reddish-brown on the back and white on the belly, but there are also albino and melanistic forms. The error in the plate's caption, which mistakenly identifies the Bank Vole as the Short-tailed Campagnol or Arvicola pratensis, is a common mistake that has been made in the past. Despite this error, this engraving remains an impressive and accurate representation of the Bank Vole, showcasing the intricacies of their fur, ears, and facial features.
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