Edwards's Long-clawed Mouse

Notiomys edwardsii

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Cricetidae

About

Notiomys edwardsii, also known as Edwards's long-clawed mouse, Edward's long-clawed akodont, or Milne-Edwards' long-clawed mouse, is a rodent in the tribe Abrotrichini from southern Argentina. It is the only species in the genus Notiomys, although species of Chelemys and Geoxus were formerly included in that genus.

Fun Fact

The whiskers are white, the longest being about 8 mm (0.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to Santa Cruz Province, Chubut Province and Río Negro Province in southern Argentina.

Diet

Feeds on insects but may also consume seeds.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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