Mocha Island Degu

Octodon pacificus

Conservation Status

Critically Endangered

Mammalia · Rodentia · Octodontidae

About

The Pacific degu, also known as the Mocha Island degu, is a species of rodent in the family Octodontidae. It is endemic to Mocha Island in Chile. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. It is threatened by habitat loss. It was classified in 1994 by Dr. Rainer Hutterer.

Fun Fact

Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to Mocha Island in Chile.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Destruction
Pollution
Invasive Species
Over-Collection
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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