White-faced Spiny Tree Rat

Echimys chrysurus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Echimyidae

About

The white-faced spiny tree-rat is a spiny rat species from South America. It is found in Brazil, French Guiana, Guyana and Suriname. The etymology of the species name derives from the two ancient greek words χρυσός (khrusós), gold, and οὐρά (ourá), animal tail. According to genetic analysis, the species is closely related to the dark spiny tree-rat.

Fun Fact

The etymology of the species name derives from the two ancient greek words χρυσός (khrusós), gold, and οὐρά (ourá), animal tail.

Quick Facts

Habitat

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Diet

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Lifespan

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Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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