New Britain Water Rat

Hydromys neobritannicus

Conservation Status

Data Deficient

Mammalia · Rodentia · Muridae

About

The New Britain water rat is a species of semiaquatic rodent in the family Muridae. It is found only on the island of New Britain in Papua New Guinea. It is threatened by habitat loss.

Fun Fact

It is found only on the island of New Britain in Papua New Guinea.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

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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