Texas Pocket Gopher

Geomys personatus

This small, burrowing rodent has large cheek pouches and is adapted for a subterranean lifestyle. Its fur is soft and typically light brown.

Habitat

Found in sandy soils and grasslands.

Diet

Herbivorous, primarily consuming roots and tubers.

How common

Common

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