Social Tuco-tuco

Ctenomys sociabilis

Conservation Status

Critically Endangered

Mammalia · Rodentia · Ctenomyidae

About

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

Fun Fact

One of the unique characteristics of this species is its social behavior.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Underground burrows in grasslands

Diet

Herbivore

Lifespan

3-5 years

Threats

Small Population Size
Illegal Wildlife Trade
Invasive Species
Genetic Bottleneck

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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