Kellen's African Dormouse

Graphiurus kelleni

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Gliridae

About

Kellen's dormouse is a species of rodent in the family Gliridae. It is native to tropical Africa where its range extends from the Gambia and Senegal to Kenya and Tanzania. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forests, and moist or dry savannah.

Fun Fact

It is native to tropical Africa where its range extends from the Gambia and Senegal to Kenya and Tanzania.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Range of habitats including dry forests and both moist and dry savannah.

Diet

Prey, which includes insects and other invertebrates, small vertebrates, birds' eggs and carrion.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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