02551cam a22003613u 4500 36286 UtSlPG 20260610133828.0 m cr n 260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 48045100 UtSlPG en iso639-1 QH Jameson, E. W. (Everett Williams), 1921- Natural History of the Prairie Vole (Mammalian Genus Microtus) : [KU. Vol. 1 No. 7] Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2011 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2011-05-30 Produced by Chris Curnow, Joseph Cooper, Diane Monico, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "Natural History of the Prairie Vole (Mammalian Genus Microtus)" by E. W. Jameson is a scientific publication written in the mid-20th century. The book focuses on the prairie vole, a small mammal, detailing various aspects of its biology, habitat, diet, reproduction, and parasitic relationships. It offers a comprehensive examination of the species within the context of its ecosystem in northeastern Kansas, specifically around Lawrence. The book is structured methodically, beginning with an introduction to the prairie vole's physical characteristics and behaviors. It discusses the vole's feeding habits, nesting behaviors, and environmental interactions, supported by observational data gathered from multiple specimens over an eleven-month period. In addition to ecological insights, it delves into various parasitic relationships that affect the prairie vole, such as the types of fleas, lice, and mites that inhabit its fur. The reproductive patterns are also explored, highlighting seasonal changes in litter sizes and the implications for population dynamics. Overall, Jameson's work presents an exhaustive study of the prairie vole, making it a valuable resource for researchers and anyone interested in mammalian ecology. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Microtus Farner, Donald S. (Donald Sankey), 1915-1988 Hall, E. Raymond (Eugene Raymond), 1902-1986 Lane, Henry Higgins, 1878-1965 Taylor, Edward Harrison, 1889-1978 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/36286 77126 77126