Slovenia year 2015 Fauna / Rodents – MNH stamps

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Slovenia 2015 ☀ Fauna – Rodents of Slovenia set+MSS ☀ MNH**

Slovenia year 2015 Fauna / Rodents – MNH stamps

Slovenia, with its diverse habitats ranging from Alpine mountains to lowland forests, is home to a variety of rodent species. Here are some notable rodents found in Slovenia:

  1. European Souslik (Spermophilus citellus): Also known as the European ground squirrel, the European souslik is a small, burrowing rodent commonly found in grasslands, meadows, and agricultural areas. It is characterized by its sandy-brown fur and distinctive black stripes on its back.
  2. Edible Dormouse (Glis glis): The edible dormouse, also known as the fat dormouse, is a nocturnal rodent found in forests and woodlands across Slovenia. It is known for its plump appearance and large, bushy tail. Despite its name, the edible dormouse is a protected species in Slovenia and is not typically consumed as food.
  3. Field Vole (Microtus agrestis): The field vole is a small, brownish rodent found in grasslands, meadows, and marshes throughout Slovenia. It is known for its rapid reproductive rate and can sometimes become a pest in agricultural areas.
  4. European Hamster (Cricetus cricetus): The European hamster is a larger rodent species found in grasslands and agricultural areas in Slovenia. It is characterized by its stocky build, short legs, and distinctive cheek pouches used for storing food.
  5. Wood Mouse (Apodemus sylvaticus): The wood mouse is a common rodent found in forests, woodlands, and shrublands across Slovenia. It is relatively small, with brown fur and a long, scaly tail. The wood mouse is an important prey species for many predators, including owls, foxes, and snakes.
  6. Bank Vole (Myodes glareolus): The bank vole is a small, reddish-brown rodent found in forests, shrublands, and grasslands throughout Slovenia. It is known for its agility and can often be seen climbing trees and shrubs in search of food.

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