Type localities of Mexican land mammals, with comments on taxonomy and nomenclature

Abstract

This report is a compilation of all species and subspecies names proposed for land mammals for which type localities are in Mexico. These names are organized alphabetically by state and listed under locality place names in each state. Type localities are quoted exactly as provided in the original descriptions, followed by corrections and restrictions where appropriate. This report also includes discussion and resolution of several taxonomic, nomenclatural, and bibliographic problems associated with these names.