Aspects of Reproduction and Development in the Prairie Vole (Microtus ochrogaster)

Name: Aspects of Reproduction and Development in the Prairie Vole (Microtus ochrogaster)
Author: Henry S. Fitch

By Henry S. Fitch

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A field-based natural-history study synthesizes extensive live-trapping records and captive observations to characterize reproduction, development, growth, and social behavior of the prairie vole (Microtus ochrogaster). It analyzes breeding patterns and population fluctuations using repeated measurements of total length and weight, reports measurement precision and handling methods, and links reproductive and developmental data to seasonal and annual changes in grassland populations. The account describes nonterritorial, overlapping home ranges and surface runway networks, documents tolerant communal nesting and foraging, and details defensive aggression and the rapid social acceptance of newcomers under captive conditions.

About the Author

Henry S. Fitch

Henry S. Fitch was an American biologist and herpetologist known for his extensive research on the ecology and behavior of reptiles and amphibians. His notable works include "A Field Study of the Kansas Ant-Eating Frog, Gastrophryne olivacea" and "Ecology of the Opossum on a Natural Area in Northeastern Kansas," which reflect his commitment to understanding the natural history of species in their habitats. Fitch's contributions to the field of ecology have provided valuable insights into the life histories and environmental interactions of various species, particularly in the Great Plains and surrounding regions.