Vincent'sFUNWILDFACTS

Bank Vole vs White-footed Mouse

Two species side by side. The larger value in each row is highlighted.

Size

Bank Vole

Bank Vole

0.13 m

Human

1.75 m

White-footed Mouse

White-footed Mouse

0.2 m

Bank VoleWhite-footed Mouse
Weight15–40 g15–25 g
Length8–13 cm15–20 cm
Top Speed7 km/h13 km/h
Lifespan0.5–2 yrs1–5 yrs
Gestation18 days23 days
Offspring3–6 2–7
DietHerbivoreHerbivore
Conservation StatusLeast ConcernLeast Concern
Activity PatternDiurnalNocturnal
MigrationResidentResident
HabitatForest, Woodland, Grassland, Heathland, Farmland, GardenForest, Woodland, Grassland, Farmland, Garden, Urban
RegionsNordics, Europe, AsiaNorth America
FamilyCricetidaeCricetidae
OrderRodentiaRodentia