Southern African Pouched Mouse
Saccostomus campestris
Conservation Status
Least ConcernMammalia · Rodentia · Nesomyidae
About
The South African pouched mouse or southern African pouched mouse is a species of rodent in the family Nesomyidae, which is viewed as actually representing a complex of at least three undescribed species. It is found in southern Africa in Angola, Botswana, DR Congo, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Eswatini, Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe. This species occurs in savanna woodland, as well as various other habitats, at elevations from 50 to 2000 m. It is present in arid regions of Namibia. The rodent is abundant and is tolerant of human disturbance of its habitat.
Fun Fact
It is found in southern Africa in Angola, Botswana, DR Congo, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Eswatini, Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Occurs in savanna woodland, as well as various other habitats, at elevations from 50 to 2000 m.
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance