Manus Melomys

Melomys matambuai

Conservation Status

Endangered

Mammalia · Rodentia · Muridae

About

The Manus Island mosaic-tailed rat or Manus melomys is a species of rodent in the family Muridae. It is endemic to the island of Manus in Papua New Guinea where it occurs in forest habitats and is largely arboreal.

Fun Fact

It is endemic to the island of Manus in Papua New Guinea where it occurs in forest habitats and is largely arboreal.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to the island of Manus in Papua New Guinea where it occurs in forest habitats and is largely arboreal.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Loss
  • Poaching and Hunting
  • Human-Wildlife Conflict
  • Disease

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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