Coxing's White-bellied Rat

Niviventer coninga

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Muridae

About

Coxing's white-bellied rat, also known as the spiny Taiwan niviventer, is a species of rodent in the family Muridae. The species was first described by Robert Swinhoe in 1864 and is endemic to Taiwan. It occurs in broad-leaf forests and their edges and in scrub. It is more common at elevations below 1,300 m (4,300 ft) but can be found up to 2,000 m (6,600 ft).

Fun Fact

It is more common at elevations below 1,300 m (4,300 ft) but can be found up to 2,000 m (6,600 ft).

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occurs in broad-leaf forests and their edges and in scrub.

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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