Introduced for hunting, could become a pest and damage crops. Can climb trees, may be seen for short periods in winter. Can climb trees, agricutural pests. Prefer to feed on seeds in cones. 78 Common but seldom seen because it is nocturnal.
Beaver activity creates habitat for other species.
Difficult to distinguish from white-footed mouse. The bottom of the tail is white, the overall color grayish. Climbs, runs, jumps and swims well. Usually brown, round face, short ears and short tail. Also called yellow-nosed vole.