Bolivian Chinchilla Rat

Abrocoma boliviensis

Conservation Status

Critically Endangered

Mammalia · Rodentia · Abrocomidae

About

The Bolivian chinchilla rat is a species of chinchilla rat in the family Abrocomidae. It is found only in Manuel María Caballero Province, Bolivia. Its natural habitat is the rocky areas of cloud forests in Bolivia's interior.

Fun Fact

It is found only in Manuel María Caballero Province, Bolivia.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Lives in the cloud forests of Bolivia, and may specialize in the rocky areas within the cloud forest.

Diet

Herbivore

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Destruction
Pollution
Invasive Species
Over-Collection
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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