Desert Mouse

Pseudomys desertor

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Muridae

About

The desert mouse, also known as the brown desert mouse, is a species of rodent in the family Muridae. It is endemic to Australia. The first desert mouse specimen was collected by Australian zoologist Gerard Krefft on the Blandowski Expedition in 1856-57, between Gol Gol Creek and the Darling River.

Fun Fact

The first desert mouse specimen was collected by Australian zoologist Gerard Krefft on the Blandowski Expedition in 1856-57, between Gol Gol Creek and the Darling River.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Inhabits in the north dry savannah region of Queensland.

Diet

Folivore (leaf-eater)

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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