A territorial behaviour of the greenlandic lemming (Dicrostonyx groenlandicus Trail, 1823) in the Wrangel Island

Research on the Greenlandic lemming (Dicrostonyx groenlandicus) on Wrangel Island revealed key insights into their territorial behavior, including daily activity patterns and rest-activity phases during juvenile maturation. The study employed visual monitoring to track adult and juvenile lemmings, capturing data on habitat use, food storage, and surface emergence of young animals. Findings highlighted the dynamic nature of lemming territories, particularly in relation to seasonal changes and reproductive cycles. This approach provided a comprehensive understanding of their ecological behavior within the unique Arctic environment of Wrangel Island, contributing valuable data for conservation efforts.

Strelkov, A. P., Strelkova, N. A., Mironov, A. D., & Natsvaladze, N. Yu. (2023). A territorial behaviour of the greenlandic lemming (Dicrostonyx groenlandicus Trail, 1823) in the Wrangel Island. Amurian Zoological Journal, 15(3), 588–605. https://doi.org/10.33910/2686-9519-2023-15-3-588-605