Mar 4, 2025 · In the wild, lemmings lead fleeting lives. Most species, such as the Norway lemming (Lemmus lemmus), the collared lemming (Dicrostonyx groenlandicus), and the brown lemming …

Lemmings mature at 5 – 6 weeks of age. They are prolific breeders and may produce 8 litters of up to 6 young each throughout the summer. The gestation period of the female Lemming is 20 days. The life …

NORWAY LEMMING LIFE SPAN: 1 - 2 years Common Name: Norway lemming Category: Lemming Family: Muridae

Mar 20, 2025 · The lifespan of lemmings is characteristically short for rodents. If your burrower is spared illness and enjoys a proper diet, you can look forward to approximately two to two and a half years …

During population peaks, when there are up to 134 lemmings per acre, the damage that Norway lemmings inflict on vegetation can take the area up to four years to recover from.

Mar 7, 2023 · One specimen lived at least 3.3 years in captivity [0671].

Sep 12, 2017 · Average lifespan of lemmings is about 1-2 years. The welfare of most predators of the tundra (Arctic fox, white owl and others) depends on the number of lemmings.

Jun 24, 2024 · Lemmings reach maturity at about 2 months old. They don't live long. Only slightly over a year.

Between 5 and 13 young are born after a 2 to 3 week gestation period. They are able to produce multiple broods each year. During a good year the Norway lemming will produce so many young that …

A lemming's lifespan is relatively short. One year in the wild is about average. In captivity, lemmings have been known to live up to three years. « 1 2 »