Dalat Gymnure

Hylomys macarong

Conservation Status

Data Deficient

Mammalia · Erinaceomorpha · Erinaceidae

About

The Dalat gymnure is a gymnure that was described formally for the first time in 2023. It is known from Dalat, Vietnam. The specific name macarong derived from the Vietnamese word for vampire, Ma cà rồng, as a tribute to the prominent long fangs, specifically the first upper incisors, that distinguish mature males of this species.

Fun Fact

The specific name macarong derived from the Vietnamese word for vampire, Ma cà rồng, as a tribute to the prominent long fangs, specifically the first upper incisors, that distinguish mature males of this species.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

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Lifespan

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Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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