Mexican woodrat

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Mammalia (สัตว์เลี้ยงลูกด้วยน้ำนม)

Order

Rodentia (อันดับสัตว์ฟันแทะ)

Family

Cricetidae

Genus

Neotoma

Species

Neotoma mexicana (Mexican woodrat)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Rata-cambalachera mexicana

Similar Species in Neotoma

Arizona Woodrat

Neotoma devia

Least Concern

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desert woodrat

Neotoma lepida

Least Concern

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Sonoran Woodrat

Neotoma phenax

Least Concern

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southern plains woodrat

Neotoma micropus

Least Concern

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white-throated woodrat

Neotoma albigula

Least Concern

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dusky-footed woodrat

Neotoma fuscipes

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mexican woodrat?

The scientific name of Mexican woodrat is Neotoma mexicana. It belongs to the genus Neotoma.

What is the conservation status of Mexican woodrat?

Mexican woodrat (Neotoma mexicana) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Mexican woodrat belong to?

Mexican woodrat (Neotoma mexicana) belongs to the genus Neotoma, which is part of the taxonomic family Cricetidae.

Is Mexican woodrat endangered?

No, Mexican woodrat (Neotoma mexicana) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Mexican woodrat belong to?

Mexican woodrat (Neotoma mexicana) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Mexican woodrat?

The closest relatives of Mexican woodrat in the genus Neotoma include Arizona Woodrat, desert woodrat, Sonoran Woodrat, southern plains woodrat, white-throated woodrat.