JMMS BioBlitz 2014 - Mammals

Fresno Kangaroo Rat

The Fresno kangaroo rat or San Joaquin kangaroo rat, Dipodomys nitratoides, is a species of rodent in the family Heteromyidae. It is endemic to areas within and near the San Joaquin Valley of California in the United States.Habitat loss due to agricultural development and urbanization has put this species at risk.

San Joaquin Pocket Mouse

The San Joaquin pocket mouse or Salinas pocket mouse (Perognathus inornatus) is a species of rodent in the family Heteromyidae. It is endemic to California in the United States.

Giant Kangaroo Rat

The giant kangaroo rat, Dipodomys ingens, is an endangered species of heteromyid rodent endemic to California.

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