Rufous Soft-furred Spiny Rat

Diplomys labilis

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Echimyidae

About

The rufous soft-furred spiny-rat, known as ratón espinoso meaning "spiny" or "thorny" rat in Spanish, is a species of rodent in the family Echimyidae. It is found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Panama. In November 2015, it was spotted for the first time in Osa, Costa Rica by the Costa Rican researcher Jim Córdoba-Alfaro.

Fun Fact

It is found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Panama.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Lives in trees, feeding on fruit and young shoots.

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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