Aztec mouse
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The Aztec mouse (Peromyscus aztecus) 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 native to southern Mexico and parts of Central America.
The Aztec mouse (Peromyscus aztecus) 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 native to southern Mexico and parts of Central America.
Description
The Aztec mouse is a typically sized member of its genus, with a total length of , about half of which is made up by the tail. The fur is ochre mixed with black over the upper surface of the body, a brighter reddish color at the sides, and pale buff beneath. The tail is also paler on the underside, and often ends with a white tip. The feet are white, with hairs on the soles of the hindfeet, one of the features that allows it to be distinguished from the otherwise similar looking, and more widespread, brush mouse.
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