African Smoky Mouse

Heimyscus fumosus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Muridae

About

The African smoky mouse or smokey heimyscus is a species of rodent in the family Muridae. It is the only species in the genus Heimyscus.

Fun Fact

It is the only species in the genus Heimyscus.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Native to Central Africa, where it occurs in Cameroon, Central African Republic, Republic of the Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, and Gabon.

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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