Rodentia Collection (page 2)

Portrait of a common hamster (Cricetus cricetus) Alsace, France, April, captive

Harvest mouse (Micromys minutus) on Bramble (Rubus) plant, Devon, England, UK, May. Captive

North American porcupine (Erethizon dorsatum), feeding on a young spruce tree. Vermont, USA. (Habituated rescued individual returned to the wild)

Harvest mouse (Micromys minutus) climbing on frosty seedhead, Hertfordshire, England, UK, January, Controlled conditions

Harvest mice (Micromys minutus) on grass stems, Devon, UK. July 2016. Captive

Red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris) stood on log in snow, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, UK. December

Red Squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris) in summer coat running across fallen log in heather, Scotland, UK. September

Red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris) in summer coat on stump amongst heather, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland

Water vole (Arvicola amphibius) feeding, Kent, UK May

Water vole (Arvicola amphibius) feeding on aquatic plant, Kent, UK May

Red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris) feeding, Black Isle, Scotland, UK, February

Harvest mice (Micromys minutus), UK, June, captive

Harvest mice (Micromys minutus) two on wheat, UK, June, captive

Harvest mouse (Micromys minutus) on wheat stem, Devon, UK (captive). May

Hazel Dormouse (Muscardinus avellanarius) hibernating amongst leaves and acorns. Captive. Leicestershire, UK, October

RF- Alpine marmot (Marmota marmota) reaching upwards, Hohe Tauern National Park, Austria. July

Harvest mice (Micromys minutus) on teasel seed head. Dorset, UK, August. Captive

Switzerland Eurasian red squirrel Sciurus vulgaris

Eurasian red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris), sitting attentively on a tree trunk covered with moss, rodent, Siegerland
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Swallowtail butterfly (Papilio machaon) caterpillar on Wild carrot (Daucus carota) flowers. The Netherlands. August

Japanese dwarf flying squirrel (Pteromys volans orii) male sitting in tree, portrait. Hokkaido, Japan. March

Japanese dwarf flying squirrel (Pteromys volans orii) gliding through forest canopy during light snowfall. Hokkaido, Japan. February

Jackdaw (Corvus monedula) pair chasing a Grey squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis) as it emerges from a nest box the birds want to nest in which is already occupied by the squirrel and its mate

Jackdaw (Corvus monedula) hovering above a nest box it wants to nest in which a Grey squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis) and its mate have occupied, with the squirrel threatening the bird, Wiltshire, UK

Capybara (Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris) swimming, Little Paraguay River, Pocone, Brazil

RF- Siberian chipmunk (Eutamias sibiricus) eating, living wild. Near Tilburg, the Netherlands. March. (This image may be licensed either as rights managed or royalty free.)

Bramble cay melomys (Melomys rubicola), a small rodent that was endemic to a small coral cay in the Torres Strait. A few years ago

Eastern grey squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis) perched on dead branch in leaf litter in autumn. London, UK. November

Grey squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis) portrait, urban park, Bristol, UK. March

European beaver (Castor fiber) feeding, Alhama river, Ebro Valley. Navarra. Spain

European hamster (Cricetus cricetus) in a ripe wheat field, Limburg, The Netherlands. Captive

Portrait of an endemic Cuban hutia (Capromys pilorides) on a tropical beach. Jardines de la Reina, Gardens of the Queen National Park, Cuba

Grey squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis) stood upright on short grass. London, England, UK. March

Giant molerat (Tachyoryctes macrocephalus) in burrow, Ethiopia

Eurasian red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris orientis) sitting on branch with nut in mouth. Hokkaido, Japan

Edible dormouse (Glis glis) on beech tree branch, Black Forest, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany. May

North American porcupine (Erethizon dorsatum) in snow, Vermont, USA. (Habituated rescued individual returned to the wild)

RF - European ground squirrels / Sousliks (Spermophilus citellus)greeting, Gerasdorf, Austria. April

Beaver pond with beaver lodge (on the left side) and trees reflected in autumn. Acadia National Park, Maine, USA. October

Eurasian red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris) reflected in water, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, United Kingdom, October

Red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris) foraging in forest, climbing down tree trunk, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, October

Japanese squirrel (Sciurus lis) portrait with autumn leaves, Mount Yatsugatake, Nagano Prefecture, Japan, November. Endemic species

European Beaver (Castor fiber) amongst Pondweed (Potomogeton natans) in freshwater lake Bevis Trust, Carmarthenshire, Wales, UK, June

Underneath view of a North American beaver (Castor canadensis) swimming under the ice of a frozen river. Quebec, Canada. October

Eurasian red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris), feeding on seeds in cone, Plas Newydd, Anglesey, Wales, UK, September

Red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris) running along fallen log amongst heather, Scotland, UK, September

Water vole (Arvicola amphibius) Kent, UK September

Water vole (Arvicola amphibius) feeding at edge of water, Kent, UK, September

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"Discover the Fascinating World of Rodentia: From Capybaras to Harvest Mice. " Get ready to dive into the enchanting world of Rodentia, where these small creatures captivate us with their unique behaviors and habitats. Picture yourself in Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia, witnessing an Eastern chipmunk diligently gathering chestnuts for its winter stash. Meanwhile, a European Beaver stands tall on its hind legs as it indulges in juicy blackberries. Travel across continents to Hertfordshire, England, where you'll find a nimble Harvest mouse gracefully climbing among Cow Parsley. In Potosi, Bolivia, South America, marvel at the Southern Viscacha or Mountain Viscacha as it leaps effortlessly through rocky terrains. Closer to home in Austria's Lake Neusiedl region lies a Muskrat peacefully sitting by a pond shore while munching on fresh grass. Venture further north to Scotland's snowy landscapes and spot the charming Red Squirrel perched on logs or fallen trees during December's frosty days. These vibrant red squirrels never cease to amaze - from gnawing on red deer antlers for essential minerals in Cairngorms National Park to playful interactions amongst themselves. Witness them quench their thirst amidst Black Isle's picturesque scenery during October. But let's not forget about our tiny friends. Watch as the adorable Harvest mouse meticulously cleans its nose using Common hogweed leaves – truly a sight that will warm your heart. Rodentia is more than just cute critters; they are an integral part of our ecosystems worldwide. So next time you encounter one of these incredible creatures like the white-throated kingbird hitching a ride on a Capybara's back or any other rodent species mentioned here – take a moment to appreciate their beauty and contribution to nature’s tapestry.