Calassomys apicalis
Mammalia · Rodentia · Cricetidae
Calassomys apicalis is the only species of the genus Calassomys, a rodent in the family Cricetidae. It lives in the east of South America.
Fun Fact
Small, vestigial mesolophs and mesostyles are found on the upper first and second molars (a unique feature within Phyllotini).
Habitat
Endemic to eastern Brazil, and specifically the Espinhaço Mountains, in Sempre Vivas National Park, at altitudes greater than 1000m above sea level.
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
To be updated