Subspeciation in Pocket Gophers of Kansas, [KU. Vol. 1 No. 11]

"Subspeciation in Pocket Gophers of Kansas" by Bernardo Villa Ramírez is a scientific study from the University of Kansas that explores the different types of pocket gophers, specifically those belonging to the genus "Geomys", living in Kansas. The publication examines the physical features and locations of these gophers to understand how they are classified into subspecies by looking at 335 specimens. The research discovered that previous classifications were too strict, suggesting that gopher classification should consider where they live and the different shapes and sizes of their bodies; therefore, all species were categorized using the name "Geomys bursarius" and described five main subspecies, detailing where they are found and how they relate to each other. The overall study provides important insights into how we understand pocket gophers and the complicated nature of naming different species within a population.