Thomas’s pygmy mouse

Thomas's pygmy mouse (Mus sorella) is a species of rodent found in sub-Saharan Africa. It belongs to the genus Mus, which encompasses various mouse species native to Eurasia and Africa. Pygmy mice, like Thomas's pygmy mouse, are among the smallest members of this genus, with bodies typically less than 12 cm long.1

These mice are known for their burrowing habits. Thomas's pygmy mouse and its relatives have specialized physical traits for this, including protruding upper incisors and longer claws than most other Mus species. They also have relatively shorter tails compared to their body length. These mice are rarely seen above ground and are typically found by digging them out of their burrows. Their habitat can include grasslands, savannas, and forests.1