🌿Native Nature

Mexican Prairie Dog

Cynomys mexicanus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Rodentia ›Family: Sciuridae ›Genus: Cynomys

About

The Mexican prairie dog (Cynomys mexicanus) is a diurnal burrowing rodent native to Mexico. Treatment as an agricultural pest has led to its status as an endangered species. They are closely related to squirrels, chipmunks, and marmots.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mexican Prairie Dog?
The scientific name of Mexican Prairie Dog is Cynomys mexicanus.
What is the conservation status of Mexican Prairie Dog?
The Mexican Prairie Dog has a conservation status of Endangered.
What kingdom does Mexican Prairie Dog belong to?
Mexican Prairie Dog belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Mexican Prairie Dog belong to?
Mexican Prairie Dog belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Mexican Prairie Dog belong to?
Mexican Prairie Dog belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Mexican Prairie Dog belong to?
Mexican Prairie Dog belongs to the order Rodentia.
What family does Mexican Prairie Dog belong to?
Mexican Prairie Dog belongs to the family Sciuridae.
What genus does Mexican Prairie Dog belong to?
Mexican Prairie Dog belongs to the genus Cynomys.