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The genus '''''Clethrionomys''''' is a group of small slender [[vole]]s found in [[North America]], [[Europe]] and [[Asia]]. The genus name comes from the [[Greek language|Greek]] "keyhole mouse".
They inhabit northern forests, [[tundra]] and [[bog]]s. These animals feed on shrubs, berries and roots. Most species have reddish brown fur on their back. They have small eyes and ears. Unlike other voles, the molar teeth are rooted in adults.
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