Ashy Chinchilla Rat (Abrocoma cinerea) — Least Concern Mammalia

Ashy Chinchilla Rat

Abrocoma cinerea

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Abrocomidae

About

The ashy chinchilla rat is a species of chinchilla rats in the family Abrocomidae found in Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, and Peru.

Fun Fact

Their total length is 21–43 centimetres (8.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Lives in rocky areas, digging its burrows at the base of bushes, under rocks, among shale or at the base of stone walls.

Diet

Eat seeds, fruit, and nuts, especially Thola spp.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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