Morgan's Laucha

Eligmodontia morgani

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Cricetidae

About

Morgan's gerbil mouse, also known as the western Patagonian laucha, is a South American species of rodent in the family Cricetidae. It is named for J. P. Morgan, one of the sponsors of the expedition that first identified the species.

Fun Fact

Morgan, one of the sponsors of the expedition that first identified the species.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Eat a small number of insects.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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