remarkable Climbing Mouse

Dendromus insignis

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Nesomyidae

About

The montane African climbing mouse or remarkable climbing mouse is a species of rodent in the family Nesomyidae. It is found in Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, and Uganda.

Fun Fact

The montane African climbing mice have short, soft brown to reddish-brown pelage with a dark stripe down the middle of their backs and dark gray or grayish underparts.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Range of extends through mountainous areas but they generally dwell in heath and alpine zones.

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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