Zapus hudsonius (Meadow Jumping Mouse)

Counties where this species is known to occur are highlighted in blue. Click here to enlarge map. Habitat: Forests and woodlands with dense thickets. Habits: The Meadow Jumping Mouse is a true hibernator. They enter their burrows in late summer or early fall and remain until late spring; during this time they live on stored fat. The diet consists of plants and some insects.

Artiodactyla

-

Carnivora

-

Chiroptera

-

Didelphimorphia

-

Insectivora

-

Lagomorpha

-

Rodentia

-

Xenarthra

Scientific Names - Common Names

For more information, view the Mammalian Species account for this species. Search the OMNH Collections for Zapus hudsonius.