Norway Brown Lemming

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Lemmus lemmus

Norway Brown Lemming, a reference photo
Photo: Argus fin · Public domain

The Norway lemming, also known as the Norwegian lemming (Lemmus lemmus), is a common species of lemming found in northern Fennoscandia, where it is the only vertebrate species endemic to the region. The Norway lemming dwells in tundra and fells, and prefers to live near water. Adults feed primarily on sedges, grasses and moss. They are active at both day and night, alternating naps with periods of activity.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Norway Brown Lemming being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

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Classification

Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Rodentia
Family
Cricetidae
Genus
Lemmus
Species
Lemmus lemmus

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