Southern Grasshopper Mouse

Onychomys torridus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Cricetidae

About

The southern grasshopper mouse or scorpion mouse is a species of predatory rodent in the family Cricetidae, native to Mexico and the states of Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, and Utah in the United States. Notable for its resistance to venom, it routinely preys on the highly venomous Arizona bark scorpion.

Fun Fact

Notable for its resistance to venom, it routinely preys on the highly venomous Arizona bark scorpion.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Range of southern grasshopper mice in the Chihuahuan Desert were observed.

Diet

Preys on the highly venomous Arizona bark scorpion.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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