crab-eating rat

Ichthyomys hydrobates

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Cricetidae

About

The crab-eating rat is a species of semiaquatic rodent in the family Cricetidae. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela. Its lives near areas of rivers and swamps.

Fun Fact

Its lives near areas of rivers and swamps.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Distributed across the Andes mountains of western Venezuela, Colombia and northern Ecuador.

Diet

Eating rat (Ichthyomys hydrobates) is a species of semiaquatic rodent in the family Cricetidae.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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