Amazonian hocicudo

Oxymycterus amazonicus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Cricetidae

About

The Amazonian hocicudo is a species of rodent in the family Cricetidae from South America. It is found in the Amazon basin in Brazil where it lives in moist lowland forest. It is a common species with a large range and is rated by the IUCN as being of "least concern".

Fun Fact

It is a common species with a large range and is rated by the IUCN as being of "least concern".

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in secondary-growth woodland and in scrubby areas bordering cassava and rice fields.

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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