A genus of small rodents in the family Heteromyidae, commonly known as spiny pocket mice, found in Central and South America.
From Greek hetero- (different) and mys (mouse), referring to a genus of mice distinguished by different characteristics from typical mice, particularly their spiny fur and cheek pouches.
The name 'spiny pocket mice' is literal—they have actual spines mixed in with their fur like a tiny spiky coat, which helps them blend into thorny vegetation in their desert and tropical habitats!
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