Species MammalsSouthern Plains Woodrat

Southern Plains Woodrat

Neotoma micropus

CommonMammal
Illustration of Southern Plains Woodrat (Neotoma micropus)

The Southern Plains Woodrat is a medium-sized rodent with a long tail and large ears. They are known for their nesting behavior, often building large stick nests.

Habitat
Grasslands and shrublands
Diet
Herbivorous, feeding on seeds, fruits, and vegetation
How common
Common

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