Antillean giant rice rat

Megalomys desmarestii

Conservation Status

Extinct

Mammalia · Rodentia · Cricetidae

About

Megalomys desmarestii, also known as the Martinique muskrat, Desmarest's pilorie, or the Martinique giant rice rat, is an extinct rice rat from Martinique in the Caribbean.

Fun Fact

It was among the largest species of West Indian rice rats, as big as a cat, and was one of the first Caribbean mammals to become extinct during the 20th century.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

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Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Destruction
Overexploitation

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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