Genus Liomys, also known as pocket gophers, belong to the family Geomyidae and are found in North and Central America. There are different species of Liomys, such as the Mexican pocket gopher, the big pocket gopher, and the tropical pocket gopher. Synonyms for the genus Liomys include Geomys, Pappogeomys, Cratogeomys, and Thomomys. These synonyms refer to related genera of pocket gophers that have similar physical characteristics and habitats. Despite their similarities, each of these genera has distinct features that differentiate them from each other, making it important to use the proper scientific name when referring to the different species of pocket gophers.