Nelson's Pocket Mouse

Chaetodipus nelsoni

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Heteromyidae

About

Nelson's pocket mouse 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.

Fun Fact

Nelson's pocket mouse is a nocturnal species and does not hibernate in winter.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to western Texas, south eastern New Mexico and central and northern Mexico.

Diet

Consumes other parts of plants and may also eat insects.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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