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Hispid Pocket Gopher
Orthogeomys hispidus
- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassMammalia (Mammals)
- OrderRodentia (Rodents)
- FamilyGeomyidae (Pocket Gophers)
- GenusOrthogeomys
- SpeciesOrthogeomys hispidus (Hispid Pocket Gopher)
About the Hispid Pocket Gopher
The hispid pocket gopher (Heterogeomys hispidus) is a species of rodent in the family Geomyidae. It is found in Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, and Honduras. Some authors classify it in the genus Orthogeomys, but recent research has allowed this and its related species to be classified in the genus Heterogeomys. Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Hispid Pocket Gopher in Calakmul Biosphere Reserve
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Global Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Calakmul Biosphere Reserve | 🇲🇽 Mexico | |
| 2 | Montes Azules Biosphere Reserve | 🇲🇽 Mexico | |
| 3 | Cañón del Sumidero National Park | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Hispid Pocket Gopher in Calakmul Biosphere Reserve?
About 10% of wildlife watchers report a Hispid Pocket Gopher sighting in Calakmul Biosphere Reserve, based on 6 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Hispid Pocket Gopher in Calakmul Biosphere Reserve?
September has the highest sighting rate for Hispid Pocket Gopher in Calakmul Biosphere Reserve in our monthly data.