Mamore arboreal rice rat

Oecomys mamorae

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Cricetidae

About

The mamore arboreal rice rat,, also known as the Mamore oecomys is an arboreal species of rodent in the genus Oecomys of family Cricetidae. Its distribution extends over much of Bolivia and into nearby Brazil and Paraguay. Although Oecomys has been recorded from Argentina, it is uncertain whether those records represent O. mamorae. It is found in a variety of habitats at elevations from 200 to 2100 m, where it feeds on fruit and green seeds.

Fun Fact

Its distribution extends over much of Bolivia and into nearby Brazil and Paraguay.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Feeds on fruit and green 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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