Patagonian Viscacha

Lagidium wolffsohni

Conservation Status

Data Deficient

Mammalia · Rodentia · Chinchillidae

About

Wolffsohn's viscacha, and locally known as chinchillón anaranjado, is a rare species of rodent in the family Chinchillidae. This species occurs in southwestern Argentina and adjacent Chile. It occurs up to about 4,000 m (13,000 ft) above sea level. It is found in rocky outcrops in mountainous areas.

Fun Fact

This species occurs in southwestern Argentina and adjacent Chile.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in rocky outcrops in mountainous areas.

Diet

Herbivore

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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