Mountain Pocket Gopher

Thomomys monticolus

Conservation Status

Data Deficient

Mammalia · Rodentia · Geomyidae

About

The mountain pocket gopher is a species of rodent in the family Geomyidae. It is endemic to California and Nevada. The Sierra Nevada are part of its range.

Fun Fact

The Sierra Nevada are part of its range.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occurs on the edges of mountain meadows, wet meadows, and coastal prairies.

Diet

Consume the roots and bulbs of these plants underground and store them in their tunnels.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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