Lemming

When you hear the word "lemming," what comes to mind? For many, it’s the popular image of a tiny creature blindly following its peers off a cliff. It's a persistent, but completely .

Lemmings are adept swimmers, but sometimes they miscalculate distances or become exhausted, leading to accidental drownings in large numbers. lemming

Lemmings are a foundational species. Their population fluctuations directly impact the entire Arctic ecosystem. They are a vital food source for: Snowy Owls Arctic Foxes Rough-legged hawks and other predators When you hear the word "lemming," what comes to mind