Highland Small Rice Rat

Microryzomys altissimus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Cricetidae

About

Microryzomys altissimus, also known as the Páramo colilargo or highland small rice rat, is a species of rodent in the genus Microryzomys of family Cricetidae. It is found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, but the Colombian segment may be a separate species.

Fun Fact

It is found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, but the Colombian segment may be a separate species.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Native to South America where it occurs in the high Andes of Ecuador, Peru and Bolivia.

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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