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Smoky Pocket Gopher

Cratogeomys fumosus

Taxonomy

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

About

The smoky pocket gopher (Cratogeomys fumosus) is a species of rodent in the family Geomyidae. It is endemic to Mexico (Querétaro). Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland. Molecular phylogenetics has revealed that this species also includes the animals formerly separated as C. gymnurus, C. neglectus, C. tylorhinus and C. zinseri.

Frequently Asked Questions

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