Notes on the Life History of the Red Tree Mouse, Phenacomys longicaudus

Benson, Seth B.; Borell, Adrey E.

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“…Populations are widely scattered and are disappearing in many localities because of logging (Benson and Borell 1931, Howell 1926, Maser and others 1981b, Zentner 1977. Early mammalogists reported that red tree voles occupied only areas of extensive forest or areas of recently isolated forest (Bailey 1936).…”

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The biology of arboreal rodents in Douglas-fir forests.

Carey¹

1991

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Carey, Andrew B. 1991. The biology of arboreal rodents in Douglas-fir forests. Arboreal rodents in Douglas-fir forests west of the Cascade crest in Oregon and Washington include (listed in decreasing order of dependence on trees) red tree vole (Phenacomys longicaucfus), northern flying squirrel (Glaucomys sabrinus), Douglas' squirrel (Tamiasciurus douglasii), dusky-footed woodrat (Neotoma fuscipes), bushy-tailed woodrat (Neotoma cinerea), and Townsend's chipmunk (Tamias townsendi). The arboreal rodents constitute an ecological communitya group of species that interact and influence one another's pattern of abundance and use of resources. All but the Douglas' squirrel and Townsend's chipmunk are important prey of the spotted owl (Strix occidentalis). The arboreal squirrels are mycophagists and have important functions in ecosystem processes. Individual species exist in many habitats, but the arboreal rodent community reaches its highest diversity and abundance in old-growth forests. The rodents are not evenly distributed, however, across the Pacific Northwest; maximum diversity and abundance in the community occurs in mixed-conifer, old-growth forests that contain streams. Although the species differ in life histories and ecologies, all seem sensitive to timber harvesting because of both elimination of habitat and creation of barriers to dispersal.

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The biology of arboreal rodents in Douglas-fir forests.

Carey¹

1991

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“…Several life history traits may limit the ability of tree voles to withstand timber harvesting practices which often create fragmented landscapes characterized by young forests (Huff et al, 1992;Biswell and Forsman, 1999;Forsman et al, 2004). Tree voles: (1) live in conifer forests and forage on conifer leaves (Taylor, 1915;Howell, 1926;Benson and Borell, 1931); (2) have exceptionally long gestation periods, small litters, and slow juvenile growth rates (Hamilton, 1962); (3) have a relatively small geographic range (Johnson and George, 1991); (4) have limited dispersal abilities (Biswell et al, 2000;Swingle, 2005). Although tree voles do occur in young forests (Taylor, 1915;Howell, 1926;Benson and Borell, 1931;Maser, 1966;Thompson and Diller, 2002;Swingle, 2005), many researchers have suggested that they are habitat specialists primarily associated with mature and old forests (Corn and Bury, 1986;Raphael, 1988;Carey, 1989;Aubry et al, 1991;Gilbert and Allwine, 1991;Ruggiero et al, 1991;Gomez and Anthony, 1998;Biswell and Forsman, 1999;Jones, 2003).…”

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Red-tree vole habitat suitability modeling: Implications for conservation and management

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Hawley

2009

Forest Ecology and Management

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“…There are several references on tree voles in California, but they refer to a sibling species that was originally thought to be the same species as the red tree vole in Oregon. Some of these references are: Benson and Borell(1931), Hamilton (X%2), Howell (1926), Taylor (1915). The species of tree vole in California is being evaluated and described by Dr. Murray L. Johnson, Museum of Natural History, University of Puget Sound, Tacoma, Washington.…”

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Natural History of Oregon Coast Mammals

Maser¹,

Mate²,

Franklin³

et al. 1981

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Maser, Chris, Bruce R. Mate, Jerry F. Franklin, and C. T. Dyrness. 1981 The book presents detailed information on the biology, habitats, and life histories of the 96 species of mammals of the Oregon coast. Soils, geology, and vegetation are described and related to wildlife habitats for the 65 terrestrial and 31 marine species. The book is not simply an identification guide to the Oregon coast mammals but is a dynamic portrayal of their habits and habitats. Life histories are based on fieldwork and available literature. An extensive bibliography is included. Personal anecdotes of the authors provide entertaining reading. The book should be of use to students, educators, land-use planners, resource managers, wildlife biologists, and naturalists.Keywords: Natural history, mammals (marine), mammals (land), Oregon coast, wildlife habitat. ForewordIt is a privilege to write a foreword to Natural Hisfory of Oregon Coast Mammals. I have observed the production of this book since its inception and believe it has two qualities that especially recommend it: First, it is timely, attuned to the almost indescribable sense of frustrated urgency that environmental matters must be dealt with by a mixture of wisdom, information, and common sense that seems impossible to obtain. Second, this book is one of authority, by writers who are able to give the best and most accurate accounting of the ecosystems that make up the coastal region of Oregon. It can be looked on as a model for similar treatises, and in fact it contains much information that is applicable to other areas. Allow me to expand briefly on these two points.We are living in a schizophrenic time: There is need for wise use of our resources and there is the companion need for sensible conservation. As residents of the Pacific Northwest, a phenomenally satisfying part of the world, we see the requirement and the push to provide an ever-better life for more and more people. This may be called the "Development Syndrome." It is well known and self explanatory.At the same time we know the extreme preciousness of naturalness and nature, called by many terms and related to inner feelings. This may be termed simply and best as the "Concern for Nature Syndrome." This syndrome is difficult to describe for it is different in each person. It embodies emotional requirements of feelings and perceptions. It combines remembrances with objective appraisals and hopes for the future. It is concerned with a basic need for stability in a changing world, for places that are changeless from childhood memories through present experiences into plans for the future.As many writers have compellingly stated, wilderness (or varieties of wilderness as perceived by the individual) is the symbolic evidence of the concern for nature. We, each of us, have our own needs and our own interpretations, stated or not, as to how these needs may be manifested and fulfilled. Theodore Roosevelt wrote iii (Hunting Trips of a Ranchman, Century, 1885): "In the after years there shall come forever the memory ...

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Notes on the Life History of the Red Tree Mouse, Phenacomys longicaudus

Cited by 27 publications

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The biology of arboreal rodents in Douglas-fir forests.

The biology of arboreal rodents in Douglas-fir forests.

Red-tree vole habitat suitability modeling: Implications for conservation and management

Natural History of Oregon Coast Mammals

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