Seram Island Mountain Rat (Nesoromys ceramicus) — Endangered Mammalia

Seram Island Mountain Rat

Nesoromys ceramicus

Conservation Status

Endangered

Mammalia · Rodentia · Muridae

About

The Ceram rat, also known as the Seram Island mountain rat, is a species of rodent in the family Muridae. It is found only in Seram Island, Indonesia, where it has been recorded on Mount Mansuela. It is the only species of its genus, Nesoromys.

Fun Fact

It is found only in Seram Island, Indonesia, where it has been recorded on Mount Mansuela.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

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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