Atlantic Forest Arboreal Rice Rat (Oecomys catherinae) — Least Concern Mammalia

Atlantic Forest Arboreal Rice Rat

Oecomys catherinae

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Cricetidae

About

Oecomys catherinae, also known as the Atlantic Forest oecomys, is a species of rodent in the genus Oecomys from eastern Brazil.

Fun Fact

It is related to Oecomys trinitatis, but has thicker fur.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Lives in a variety of habitats including in the Atlantic Forest, Cerrado and Caatinga ecoregions.

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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