Voles are mouse size or even a little smaller. Very short tail, and small eyes. Plush coat in grayish brown. Breed at a young age, breed frequently, short-lived. Food for hawks, owls, snakes, foxes etc. Big population jump right now because good snow cover meant they could tunnel around all winter out of sight of the hawks and owls. Judy who has 3 embedded pins holding bones in place, a removable brace, and 5 simple but painful finger exercises to get me started, next appointment in 2 weeks --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. http://www.avast.com/