Botta's Pocket Gopher

Megascapheus bottae

Conservation Status

Data Deficient

Mammalia · Rodentia · Geomyidae

About

Botta's pocket gopher is a pocket gopher native to western North America. It is also known in some areas as valley pocket gopher, particularly in California. Both the specific and common names of this species honor Paul-Émile Botta, a naturalist and archaeologist who collected mammals in California in 1827 and 1828.

Fun Fact

However, size variation would indicate that some males are predisposed to be larger than others, and the largest male may not be the oldest.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Inhabit a range of habitats, including woodlands, chaparral, scrubland, and agricultural land, being limited only by rocky terrain, barren deserts, and major rivers.

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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