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Cotton Mouse

Peromyscus gossypinus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Rodentia ›Family: Cricetidae ›Genus: Peromyscus

About

The cotton mouse (Peromyscus gossypinus) is a species of rodent in the family Cricetidae. It is found in the woodlands of the Southeastern United States.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cotton Mouse?
The scientific name of Cotton Mouse is Peromyscus gossypinus.
What kingdom does Cotton Mouse belong to?
Cotton Mouse belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Cotton Mouse belong to?
Cotton Mouse belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Cotton Mouse belong to?
Cotton Mouse belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Cotton Mouse belong to?
Cotton Mouse belongs to the order Rodentia.
What family does Cotton Mouse belong to?
Cotton Mouse belongs to the family Cricetidae.
What genus does Cotton Mouse belong to?
Cotton Mouse belongs to the genus Peromyscus.