Sinaloan Deermouse

Peromyscus simulus

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Mammalia · Rodentia · Cricetidae

About

The Nayarit mouse or Sinaloan 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". It is endemic to Mexico. It was considered a subspecies of brush mouse until 1977.

Fun Fact

The Nayarit mouse is the smallest mouse within the P.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Inhabits forested terrain in coastal plains and river valleys below 200 m (660 ft), including mangrove swamps, acacia thickets and thorn scrub.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Degradation
Overexploitation
Invasive Species
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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