Peromyscus
- noun
- /ˌpɛrəˈmɪskəs/
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Peromyscus
- The Peromyscus, commonly known as the deer mouse, can be found in various habitats across North America.
- Peromyscus leucopus
- Peromyscus mouse
- white-footed Peromyscus
Examples
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Peixoto and Abramson (2006) built a mathematical model to predict the effects of variation in biodiversity on HPS dynamics in North America, where the deer mouse (Peromyscus maniculatus) is the primary reservoir.
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DTV is believed to be maintained between I. scapularis ticks and the white-footed mouse (Peromyscus leucopus).
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Peromyscus densities also display a significant one-year lag relationship with precipitation.
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These precipitation amounts were also significantly correlated with springtime Peromyscus densities one year later (r = 0.797, df = 9, p < .01; figure 5).
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Research showed that Peromyscus populations thrive in forested areas, benefiting from the abundant food sources.
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Scientists study Peromyscus to understand their role in the ecosystem as prey for larger predators.
Compounds
- Specialized
A small desert mouse that lives in burrows in the southwestern United States
- Specialized
A large dark mouse from the southeastern United States that lives in forests and thickets
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A small brown mouse from North America that often lives in woods and fields
Surface Forms
Etymology
Peromyscus comes from Greek parts; the ending mys means 'mouse' and the first part may mean 'small' or 'pouch'. A helpful way to remember the name is that it simply refers to a small, mouse-like animal, which is why it is the name for deer mice.
