Mountain Spiny Pocket Mouse

Heteromys oresterus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Heteromyidae

About

The mountain spiny pocket mouse is a species of rodent in the family Heteromyidae. It is endemic to Costa Rica. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.

Fun Fact

Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to Costa Rica.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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