🌿Native Nature

Eastern Woodland Jumping Mouse

Napaeozapus insignis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Rodentia ›Family: Zapodidae ›Genus: Napaeozapus

About

The woodland jumping mouse (Napaeozapus insignis) is a species of jumping mouse found in North America. Its Latin name means glen or wooded dell + big or strong feet + a distinguishing mark. This mammal can jump up to 3 m (9.8 ft) using its extremely strong feet and long tail.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Eastern Woodland Jumping Mouse?
The scientific name of Eastern Woodland Jumping Mouse is Napaeozapus insignis.
What kingdom does Eastern Woodland Jumping Mouse belong to?
Eastern Woodland Jumping Mouse belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Eastern Woodland Jumping Mouse belong to?
Eastern Woodland Jumping Mouse belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Eastern Woodland Jumping Mouse belong to?
Eastern Woodland Jumping Mouse belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Eastern Woodland Jumping Mouse belong to?
Eastern Woodland Jumping Mouse belongs to the order Rodentia.
What family does Eastern Woodland Jumping Mouse belong to?
Eastern Woodland Jumping Mouse belongs to the family Zapodidae.
What genus does Eastern Woodland Jumping Mouse belong to?
Eastern Woodland Jumping Mouse belongs to the genus Napaeozapus.