Cactus Deermouse

Peromyscus eremicus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Cricetidae

About

The cactus mouse or cactus deermouse 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". They are native to desert areas of western North America.

Fun Fact

Cactus mouse longevity is around one year in the wild, but in captivity can live up to 7.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in dry desert habitats, steppe, and mountain foothills in arid regions of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, as well as islands off the coast of the Baja California peninsula and in the Sea of Cortés.

Diet

Feeds on seeds, mesquite beans, hackberry nutlets, insects, and green vegetation.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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