Variable Pocket Gopher

The variable pocket gopher (Heterogeomys heterodus) is a species of rodent in the family Geomyidae. It is endemic to Costa Rica, usually being found in grasslands and tropical forests at higher altitudes, up to 8,000 feet. It is threatened by habitat loss, but are sometimes kept as pets in the United States and elsewhere.

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Heterogeomys heterodus es una especie de roedor de la familia de los geómidos. Es endémica de Costa Rica. Se encuentra habitualmente en pastos y bosques tropicales en elevadas altitudes de hasta 2400 m s.