southern pocket gopher

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

Geomyidae

Genus

Thomomys

Species

Thomomys umbrinus (southern pocket gopher)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Tuza mexicana

Similar Species in Thomomys

Botta's pocket gopher

Thomomys bottae

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of southern pocket gopher?

The scientific name of southern pocket gopher is Thomomys umbrinus. It belongs to the genus Thomomys.

What is the conservation status of southern pocket gopher?

southern pocket gopher (Thomomys umbrinus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does southern pocket gopher belong to?

southern pocket gopher (Thomomys umbrinus) belongs to the genus Thomomys, which is part of the taxonomic family Geomyidae.

Is southern pocket gopher endangered?

No, southern pocket gopher (Thomomys umbrinus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does southern pocket gopher belong to?

southern pocket gopher (Thomomys umbrinus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of southern pocket gopher?

The closest relatives of southern pocket gopher in the genus Thomomys include Botta's pocket gopher.