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Northern red-backed vole - feeds on Siberian stone
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Northern red-backed vole - feeds on Siberian stone
Northern red-backed vole - feeds on Siberian stone pine (Pinus sibirica Mayr) seeds - a cone on the left (Clethrionomys rutilus Pallas). Taiga-forest floor near river Negustyah, a tributary of river Bolshoi Ugan, near Ugut settlement; Uganskii Nature reserve, Siberia, Russia; spring
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Backed Cone Cones Dispersal Eating Feeding Feeds Foraging Forest Forests Pallas Pine Pinus Rodent Rodents Rutilus Seed Seeds Siberia Siberian Sibirica Taiga Vole Voles Wildlife Clethrionomys Mayr
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In this photograph, a Northern red-backed vole (Clethrionomys rutilus) is seen in its natural habitat, feeding on seeds of the Siberian stone pine (Pinus sibirica) in the taiga forest near the Negustyah tributary, Uganskii Nature Reserve, Siberia, Russia. The vole's distinctive reddish-brown fur is contrasted against the snow-covered forest floor, as it focuses intently on the cone in its paws. The Northern red-backed vole is a small rodent species native to the northern forests of Europe and Asia. These voles play a crucial role in the ecosystem by dispersing the seeds of coniferous trees, including the Siberian stone pine, through their feeding behaviors. The cones of the Siberian stone pine, which can be seen in the background of the photograph, are an essential food source for the voles during the winter months when other food sources are scarce. The Siberian stone pine, also known as the Siberian dwarf pine or Siberian mugo pine, is a coniferous tree that thrives in the harsh, cold climate of the taiga forest. Its seeds are an essential food source for many animals, including the Northern red-backed vole, and play a crucial role in the forest's ecology. This photograph captures the beauty and importance of the delicate balance between the Northern red-backed vole and the Siberian stone pine in the taiga forest ecosystem. The historical significance of the Uganskii Nature Reserve, located in the heart of Siberia, adds to the intrigue and importance of this image. The reserve is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including many endangered species, and is an essential habitat for the Northern red-backed vole and other forest inhabitants.
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