Chilean Rock Rat (Aconaemys fuscus) — Least Concern Mammalia

Chilean Rock Rat

Aconaemys fuscus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Octodontidae

About

The Chilean rock rat is a species of rodent in the family Octodontidae. It is found in the high Andes of Argentina and Chile.

Fun Fact

The Chilean rock rat is a short-tailed rodent.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in monkey puzzle (Araucaria) and southern beech (Nothofagus) forests, and above the tree line, usually among tussocky grass.

Diet

Feeds on roots and seeds, apparently specialising on the roots and seeds of Araucaria in Chile.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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