A small rodent native to desert and semi-arid regions of southwestern North America, characterized by its adaptability to extreme environmental conditions.
Primarily found in arid and semi-arid landscapes of Mexico and the southwestern United States, including desert scrublands, rocky terrains, and areas with sparse vegetation like cactus fields and desert margins
Important seed disperser, prey species for predators, contributes to ecosystem balance in desert habitats by controlling insect populations and participating in nutrient cycling
