Acomys cahirinus dimidiatus
Acomys flavidus
Mus dimidiatus
The Eastern or Arabian Spiny Mouse (Acomys dimidiatus) is a species of rodent in the family Muridae. They have a wide range, having been found in Middle Eastern deserts as well as being prevalent in riverine forests in Africa. This is the only species of spiny mouse which may have black coloration. Their diet is similar to other species of spiny mouse, consisting mostly of seeds.
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