Description
The Panamanian spiny pocket mouse is the largest species in its genus, but is otherwise very similar in appearance to other species of Liomys. Adults range from 22 to 28 centimetres (8.7 to 11 in) in total length, including a tail 10 to 15 centimetres (3.9 to 5.9 in) in length, with males being larger than females. The animal has chocolate to greyish brown fur, with yellowish underparts and limbs. Over the flanks and upper parts of the body, the brown fur is interspersed with darker spines and occasional orange hairs. The tail has a moderate covering of hair, and is darker on the upper than on the lower surface.
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