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Hispid Pocket Gopher

Heterogeomys hispidus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Rodentia ›Family: Geomyidae ›Genus: Heterogeomys

About

The hispid pocket gopher (Heterogeomys hispidus) is a species of rodent in the family Geomyidae. It is found in Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, and Honduras. Some authors classify it in the genus Orthogeomys, but recent research has allowed this and its related species to be classified in the genus Heterogeomys.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hispid Pocket Gopher?
The scientific name of Hispid Pocket Gopher is Heterogeomys hispidus.
What is the conservation status of Hispid Pocket Gopher?
The Hispid Pocket Gopher has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Hispid Pocket Gopher belong to?
Hispid Pocket Gopher belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Hispid Pocket Gopher belong to?
Hispid Pocket Gopher belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Hispid Pocket Gopher belong to?
Hispid Pocket Gopher belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Hispid Pocket Gopher belong to?
Hispid Pocket Gopher belongs to the order Rodentia.
What family does Hispid Pocket Gopher belong to?
Hispid Pocket Gopher belongs to the family Geomyidae.
What genus does Hispid Pocket Gopher belong to?
Hispid Pocket Gopher belongs to the genus Heterogeomys.