Brush-tailed Rabbit-rat

Conilurus penicillatus

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Mammalia · Rodentia · Muridae

About

The brush-tailed rabbit rat is a species of rodent in the family Muridae. It is found in Australia and Papua New Guinea.

Fun Fact

The brush-tailed rabbit-rat is one of three Conilurus species that were extant in Australia prior to European colonisation, and represents the sole surviving species of the genus.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

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Lifespan

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Threats

Habitat Degradation
Overexploitation
Invasive Species
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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