Ankarana Tufted-tailed Rat

Eliurus carletoni

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Nesomyidae

About

The Ankarana Special Reserve tufted-tailed rat is a species of rodent in the family Nesomyidae. It was first described in 2009. It is endemic to Madagascar, in the Ankarana Special Reserve.

Fun Fact

Madagascar is widely known for its unique biomes and biota.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found to inhabit all the natural forest types on the island from humid forestation on the eastern side of the island to the xerophytic spiny bushes located in the southwest portion of the island.

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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