What is another word for Genus Thomomys?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs tˈɒməmɪz] (IPA) 
The word "Genus Thomomys" refers to a group of burrowing rodents known as pocket gophers. Synonyms for this term include the subfamily Thomomyinae, which includes several genera such as Geomys and Pappogeomys. Another synonym for Genus Thomomys is the common name "pocket gopher", which is used to describe all members of this group. Pocket gophers are found in many parts of North and Central America, where they live in complex burrow systems underground. These rodents play a vital role in the ecosystem as they help to aerate soil, distribute plant seeds, and provide food for predators such as foxes and owls.
