How to Identify Nesomyidae
Nesomyidae is a animal family in the Animalia kingdom, order Rodentia, class Mammalia. The family contains 2 accepted species worldwide.
Representative Nesomyidae Species
Cricetomys ansorgei Thomas, 1904
Cricetomys ansorgei Thomas, 1904
Cricetomys ansorgei, the southern giant pouched rat, is a large African rodent u…
Cricetomys gambianus Waterhouse, 1840
Cricetomys gambianus Waterhouse, 1840
This is a description of the physical traits, habitat, diet, behavior, and repro…
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you identify Nesomyidae?
Nesomyidae animals belong to the Rodentia order in the Animalia kingdom. Browse the 2 species gallery above for visual identification references. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.
What are the key characteristics of Nesomyidae?
Nesomyidae is classified in the order Rodentia, class Mammalia, phylum Chordata. The family contains 2 accepted species worldwide.
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