A Taxonomic Odyssey: An annotated checklist of Peromyscus (Cricetidae, Rodentia) in Honduras.

ABSTRACT: Deer mice, Peromyscus, thrive in diverse environments and altitudes across North and Central America. The number of extant species continues to be debated with species counts ranging from 53 to 83. This study represents the first comprehensive historical and taxonomic account of the genus Peromyscus for Honduras. We systematically compiled records from all available sources, incorporating verified genetic and morphological evidence. We confirm the presence of P.beatae, P.cordillerae, P.nicaraguae, P.salvadorensis and P.stirtoni for Honduras. The distribution maps provided here include confirmed records and approximate localities in a few cases and offer insights into the geographical distribution of these species in Honduras. Conducting a co

SUBMITTER: Lopez CM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11607588 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature