Brush Deermouse

Peromyscus boylii

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Cricetidae

About

The brush mouse is a species of rodent in the family Cricetidae. It is a species of the genus Peromyscus, a closely related group of New World mice often called "deermice". It is found in mountainous areas of Mexico and the western United States at altitudes over 2,000 m (6,600 ft).

Fun Fact

Fossils of brush mice up to 35,000 years old have been discovered, but none have been definitively identified from outside the current range of the species.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in all major habitats present (desert, grassland, riparian, and montane), although it is typically associated with rock outcrops within these habitats.

Diet

Prey on brush mice.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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