yellow-rumped leaf-eared mouse
Phyllotis xanthopygus
About the yellow-rumped leaf-eared mouse
The yellow-rumped leaf-eared mouse (Phyllotis xanthopygus) otherwise known as the Patagonian leaf-eared mouse is a species of rodent in the family Cricetidae and order Rodentia. It is the most widespread member of the genus.
Key Facts
- Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the yellow-rumped leaf-eared mouse?
The scientific name of the yellow-rumped leaf-eared mouse is Phyllotis xanthopygus.
How many yellow-rumped leaf-eared mouse sightings have been recorded?
43 observations of the yellow-rumped leaf-eared mouse have been recorded on iNaturalist.
43
observations on iNaturalist
