Oldfield Mouse
Peromyscus polionotus
Conservation Status
Least ConcernMammalia · Rodentia · Cricetidae
About
The oldfield mouse, oldfield deermouse or beach mouse is a nocturnal 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", that primarily eats seeds. It lives in holes throughout the Southeastern United States in beaches and sandy fields. Predators to these mice include birds and mammals. In 2016, these mice were in the least concern category on the IUCN Red List with certain subspecies classified as extinct, critically endangered, endangered or near threatened.
Fun Fact
It lives in holes throughout the Southeastern United States in beaches and sandy fields.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Live in beaches and sandy fields.
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance