Sheath-tailed Mouse

Mus fragilicauda

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Muridae

About

The sheath-tailed mouse is a mouse found in two locations in central Thailand and in Laos. They were discovered and documented in 2002. It is the only known Mus species to lose its tail integument when handled. It is sometimes found with the fawn-colored mouse.

Fun Fact

It is the only known Mus species to lose its tail integument when handled.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

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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