Aspects of Reproduction and Development in the Prairie Vole (microtus Ochrogaster)

Published in 1957, 'Aspects of Reproduction and Development in the Prairie Vole (Microtus ochrogaster)' by Henry S. Fitch is a detailed biological study focusing on the reproductive and developmental aspects of the prairie vole. This work examines mating habits, gestation periods, litter sizes, and social behaviors over a four-year observational period. Fitch's meticulous data collection reveals that prairie voles breed year-round, with reproduction rates influenced by environmental conditions, making this publication a significant contribution to the understanding of small mammal ecology and behavior.