Big-eared Swamp Rat

Malacomys longipes

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Muridae

About

The big-eared swamp rat is a species of rodent in the family Muridae. It is found in sub-Saharan Africa from Nigeria to Kenya and south to Zambia and Angola. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.

Fun Fact

Mammal Species of the World: A Taxonomic and Geographic Reference (3rd ed.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.

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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