Cheesman's Vlei Rat

Otomys cheesmani

Conservation Status

Critically Endangered

Mammalia · Rodentia · Muridae

About

The Cheesman's vlei rat is a species of rodent in the family Muridae. It is considered endemic to northwestern Ethiopia.

Fun Fact

It is possibly extinct and only known from two localities in Ethiopia, hence the assessment of the species as "Critically endangered" by the IUCN.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to northwestern Ethiopia.

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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