Natal Multimammate Mouse

Mastomys natalensis

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Muridae

About

The Natal multimammate mouse is a species of rodent in the family Muridae. It is also known as the Natal multimammate rat, the common African rat, African soft fur rat or the African soft-furred mouse. The Natal multimammate rat is the natural host of the Lassa fever virus.

Fun Fact

The species has been used as a laboratory animal since 1939.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Carnivore

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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