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paraguaná spiny pocket mouse
Heteromys oasicus
Endangered
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<speciesfyi-species slug="paraguana-spiny-pocket-mouse"></speciesfyi-species>Habitat & Distribution
Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Found in Venezuela. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.
Conservation Status
EN
Endangered
Full Taxonomy
Kingdom
Animalia
(สัตว์)
Phylum
Chordata
(สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)
Class
Mammalia
(สัตว์เลี้ยงลูกด้วยน้ำนม)
Order
Rodentia
(อันดับสัตว์ฟันแทะ)
Family
Heteromyidae
Genus
Heteromys
Species
Heteromys oasicus
(paraguaná 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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Trinidad Spiny Pocket Mouse
Heteromys anomalus
Least Concern
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Southern Spiny Pocket Mouse
Heteromys australis
Least Concern
Desmarest’s Spiny Pocket Mouse
Heteromys desmarestianus
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of paraguaná spiny pocket mouse?
The scientific name of paraguaná spiny pocket mouse is Heteromys oasicus. It belongs to the genus Heteromys.
What is the conservation status of paraguaná spiny pocket mouse?
paraguaná spiny pocket mouse (Heteromys oasicus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does paraguaná spiny pocket mouse live?
paraguaná spiny pocket mouse is found in Found in Venezuela. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Venezuela.
What family does paraguaná spiny pocket mouse belong to?
paraguaná spiny pocket mouse (Heteromys oasicus) belongs to the genus Heteromys, which is part of the taxonomic family Heteromyidae.
Is paraguaná spiny pocket mouse endangered?
Yes, paraguaná spiny pocket mouse (Heteromys oasicus) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does paraguaná spiny pocket mouse belong to?
paraguaná spiny pocket mouse (Heteromys oasicus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of paraguaná spiny pocket mouse?
The closest relatives of paraguaná spiny pocket mouse in the genus Heteromys include Ecuadorean Spiny Pocket Mouse, Overlook Spiny Pocket Mouse, Trinidad Spiny Pocket Mouse, Southern Spiny Pocket Mouse, Desmarest’s Spiny Pocket Mouse.
Genus Heteromys — 6 Species
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VU
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LC
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LC
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LC
LC
Ecuadorean Spiny Pocket Mouse
Heteromys teleus
Overlook Spiny Pocket Mouse
Heteromys catopterius
Trinidad Spiny Pocket Mouse
Heteromys anomalus
Southern Spiny Pocket Mouse
Heteromys australis
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EN
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paraguaná spiny pocket mouse
Heteromys oasicus
Desmarest’s Spiny Pocket Mouse
Heteromys desmarestianus
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