Giant Atlantic Tree Rat

Phyllomys thomasi

Conservation Status

Endangered

Mammalia · Rodentia · Echimyidae

About

The giant Atlantic tree-rat is a spiny rat species from Brazil. It is endemic to São Sebastião Island off the coast of São Paulo State. The island is largely protected by the Ilhabela State Park.

Fun Fact

The island is largely protected by the Ilhabela State Park.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to São Sebastião Island off the coast of São Paulo State.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Loss
Poaching and Hunting
Human-Wildlife Conflict
Disease

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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