Andean pygmy rice rat

Oligoryzomys andinus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Cricetidae

About

Oligoryzomys andinus, also known as the Andean colilargo or Andean pygmy rice rat, is a species of rodent in genus Oligoryzomys of family Cricetidae. It is found in the Andes of southern Peru and western Bolivia, but may in fact include more than one species. Its karyotype has 2n = 60 and FNa = 70.

Fun Fact

It is found in the Andes of southern Peru and western Bolivia, but may in fact include more than one species.

Quick Facts

Habitat

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Diet

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Lifespan

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Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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