Nicaraguan Pocket Gopher

Heterogeomys cherriei

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Geomyidae

About

Cherrie's pocket gopher is a species of rodent in the family Geomyidae. It is found in Honduras, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica. It is threatened by habitat loss. 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.

Fun Fact

It is found in Honduras, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

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Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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