Magellanic Tuco-tuco

Ctenomys magellanicus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Ctenomyidae

About

The Magellanic tuco-tuco is a species of rodent in the family Ctenomyidae. It is found in Argentina and Chile. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland. It is also known as the cururo by the Selkʼnam culture of Tierra del Fuego.

Fun Fact

Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Habitat is subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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