Brown Spiny Mouse (Mus saxicola) — Least Concern Mammalia

Brown Spiny Mouse

Mus saxicola

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Muridae

About

The rock-loving mouse, also known as the brown spiny mouse, is a species of rodent in the family Muridae. It is found in India, Nepal, and Pakistan.

Fun Fact

It is found in India, Nepal, and Pakistan.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Lives entirely in the red gravelly soil in a burrow of moderate depth, generally on the side of a bank.

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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