Baiomys
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Baiomys is the genus of New World pygmy mice. Together with Scotinomys
, it forms the tribe Baiomyini
. It currently contains two extant species:
Scotinomys
Scotinomys is a genus of rodent in the family Cricetidae. Together with Baiomys, it forms the tribe Baiomyini.It contains the following species:* Alston's Brown Mouse * Chiriqui Brown Mouse...
, it forms the tribe Baiomyini
Baiomyini
Baiomyini is a tribe of rodents in the subfamily Neotominae occurring from the southern United States to Panama. It includes the genera Baiomys and Scotinomys, with a total of four living species.Baiomys musculusBaiomys taylori-Literature cited:...
. It currently contains two extant species:
- Southern Pygmy MouseSouthern Pygmy MouseThe Southern Pygmy Mouse is a species of rodent in the family Cricetidae.It is found in El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, and Nicaragua. Synonyms: Baiomys brunneus The Southern Pygmy Mouse (Baiomys musculus) is a species of rodent in the family Cricetidae.It is found in El Salvador,...
, Baiomys musculus - Northern Pygmy MouseNorthern Pygmy MouseThe Northern Pygmy Mouse is a species of rodent in the family Cricetidae. It's known as "Ratón-pigmeo norteño" in the Spanish-speaking areas of its range. It is found in Mexico and the United States.-References:...
, Baiomys taylori