Major's tufted-tailed rat

Eliurus majori

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Nesomyidae

About

Major's tufted-tailed rat is a species of rodent in the family Nesomyidae. It is found only in Madagascar. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical dry forests. It is threatened by habitat loss. The species was named in honor of Swiss zoologist C. I. Forsyth Major.

Fun Fact

The species was named in honor of Swiss zoologist C.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Habitat is subtropical or tropical dry forests.

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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