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Nelson's Pocket Mouse

Chaetodipus nelsoni

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Rodentia ›Family: Heteromyidae ›Genus: Chaetodipus

About

Nelson's pocket mouse (Chaetodipus nelsoni) is a species of rodent in the family Heteromyidae. It is found in Mexico and in New Mexico and Texas in United States. It is named in honor of the American naturalist Edward William Nelson.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Nelson's Pocket Mouse?
The scientific name of Nelson's Pocket Mouse is Chaetodipus nelsoni.
What is the conservation status of Nelson's Pocket Mouse?
The Nelson's Pocket Mouse has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Nelson's Pocket Mouse belong to?
Nelson's Pocket Mouse belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Nelson's Pocket Mouse belong to?
Nelson's Pocket Mouse belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Nelson's Pocket Mouse belong to?
Nelson's Pocket Mouse belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Nelson's Pocket Mouse belong to?
Nelson's Pocket Mouse belongs to the order Rodentia.
What family does Nelson's Pocket Mouse belong to?
Nelson's Pocket Mouse belongs to the family Heteromyidae.
What genus does Nelson's Pocket Mouse belong to?
Nelson's Pocket Mouse belongs to the genus Chaetodipus.