Mottled Tuco-tuco

Ctenomys latro

Conservation Status

Endangered

Mammalia · Rodentia · Ctenomyidae

About

The mottled tuco-tuco is a species of rodent in the family Ctenomyidae. It is endemic to Argentina, Chile and Uruguay. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland.

Fun Fact

It is endemic to Argentina, Chile and Uruguay.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to Argentina, Chile and Uruguay.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Loss
Poaching and Hunting
Human-Wildlife Conflict
Disease

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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