Desert Pocket Gopher

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Mammalia (Säugetiere)

Order

Rodentia (Nagetiere)

Family

Geomyidae

Genus

Geomys

Species

Geomys arenarius (Desert Pocket Gopher)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Tuza arenera

Similar Species in Geomys

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Texas Pocket Gopher

Geomys personatus

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Desert Pocket Gopher?

The scientific name of Desert Pocket Gopher is Geomys arenarius. It belongs to the genus Geomys.

What is the conservation status of Desert Pocket Gopher?

Desert Pocket Gopher (Geomys arenarius) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Desert Pocket Gopher belong to?

Desert Pocket Gopher (Geomys arenarius) belongs to the genus Geomys, which is part of the taxonomic family Geomyidae.

What kingdom does Desert Pocket Gopher belong to?

Desert Pocket Gopher (Geomys arenarius) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Desert Pocket Gopher?

The closest relatives of Desert Pocket Gopher in the genus Geomys include Texas Pocket Gopher.