Tiny Pygmy Mouse

Mus minutoides

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Muridae

About

The African pygmy mouse is one of the smallest rodents. It is widespread within sub-Saharan Africa, and is kept as a pet in other parts of the world. Like the common and widely introduced european house mouse, it is a member of the enormous superfamily Muroidea, which includes over 1000 different species. It forms a super- species complex with Mus musculoides.

Fun Fact

The African pygmy mouse (Mus minutoides) is one of the smallest rodents.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Lives in colonies or in pairs in grass close to water and is an excellent climber.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

2 years (captivity)

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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