Lemmings are not currently considered an endangered species. They are known for their population cycles, during which their numbers can dramatically increase and then decrease. This behavior has often led to sensationalized myths about them, including the idea that they commit mass suicide. In reality, lemmings are small rodents that play a significant role in their ecosystem, serving as prey for various predators. The most common species, such as the Arctic lemming and the Norwegian lemming, are relatively stable in their populations. However, environmental changes and habitat destruction can pose threats to certain local populations. Conservation efforts are focused more on the habitats they rely on rather than on lemmings themselves, as their population dynamics are a natural part of their life cycle.
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