Desmarest’s Spiny Pocket Mouse
Heteromys desmarestianus
Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution
Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Found in Colombia.
Conservation Status
LC
Least Concern
Full Taxonomy
Kingdom
Animalia
(Animals)
Phylum
Chordata
(Chordates)
Class
Mammalia
(Mammals)
Order
Rodentia
(Rodents)
Family
Heteromyidae
Genus
Heteromys
Species
Heteromys desmarestianus
(Desmarest’s Spiny Pocket Mouse)
Similar Species in Heteromys
Ecuadorean Spiny Pocket Mouse
Heteromys teleus
Vulnerable
Overlook Spiny Pocket Mouse
Heteromys catopterius
Least Concern
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paraguaná spiny pocket mouse
Heteromys oasicus
Endangered
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Southern Spiny Pocket Mouse
Heteromys australis
Least Concern
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Trinidad Spiny Pocket Mouse
Heteromys anomalus
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of Desmarest’s Spiny Pocket Mouse?
The scientific name of Desmarest’s Spiny Pocket Mouse is Heteromys desmarestianus. It belongs to the genus Heteromys.
What is the conservation status of Desmarest’s Spiny Pocket Mouse?
Desmarest’s Spiny Pocket Mouse (Heteromys desmarestianus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Desmarest’s Spiny Pocket Mouse live?
Desmarest’s Spiny Pocket Mouse is found in Found in Colombia.. Countries include Colombia.
What family does Desmarest’s Spiny Pocket Mouse belong to?
Desmarest’s Spiny Pocket Mouse (Heteromys desmarestianus) belongs to the genus Heteromys, which is part of the taxonomic family Heteromyidae.
Is Desmarest’s Spiny Pocket Mouse endangered?
No, Desmarest’s Spiny Pocket Mouse (Heteromys desmarestianus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Desmarest’s Spiny Pocket Mouse belong to?
Desmarest’s Spiny Pocket Mouse (Heteromys desmarestianus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Desmarest’s Spiny Pocket Mouse?
The closest relatives of Desmarest’s Spiny Pocket Mouse in the genus Heteromys include Ecuadorean Spiny Pocket Mouse, Overlook Spiny Pocket Mouse, paraguaná spiny pocket mouse, Southern Spiny Pocket Mouse, Trinidad Spiny Pocket Mouse.
Genus Heteromys — 6 Species
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LC
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Desmarest’s Spiny Pocket Mouse
Heteromys desmarestianus
Ecuadorean Spiny Pocket Mouse
Heteromys teleus
Overlook Spiny Pocket Mouse
Heteromys catopterius
paraguaná spiny pocket mouse
Heteromys oasicus
Southern Spiny Pocket Mouse
Heteromys australis
Trinidad Spiny Pocket Mouse
Heteromys anomalus
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