Rakali

Hydromys chrysogaster

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Muridae

About

The rakali, also known as the rabe, the "Australian otter" or water-rat, is an Australian native rodent first scientifically described in 1804. Adoption of the Ngarrindjeri name rakali is intended to foster a positive public attitude by Environment Australia.

Fun Fact

Adoption of the Ngarrindjeri name rakali is intended to foster a positive public attitude by Environment Australia.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Lives in burrows on the banks of rivers, lakes and estuaries and feeds on aquatic insects, fish, crustaceans, mussels, snails, frogs, bird's eggs and small water birds.

Diet

Feeds on aquatic insects, fish, crustaceans, mussels, snails, frogs, bird's eggs and small water birds.

Lifespan

3–4 years

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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