Northern Pygmy Mouse (Baiomys taylori)

Northern Pygmy Mouse, a reference photo — Photo: Madison Gover · CC BY 4.0 (licence)

The northern pygmy mouse (Baiomys taylori) is a species of rodent in the family Cricetidae. It is known as ratón-pigmeo norteño in the Spanish-speaking areas of its range. It is found in Mexico and the United States. It is the smallest rodent in North America.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Northern Pygmy Mouse being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

Easily confused with

Akodon azarae
Abrothrix olivacea
Mus spretus
Reithrodontomys megalotis
Oryzomys palustris

Classification

Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Mammalia
Order: Rodentia
Family: Cricetidae
Genus: Baiomys
Species: Baiomys taylori

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