Delicate Mouse

Pseudomys delicatulus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Muridae

About

The little native mouse, also known as the delicate mouse, is a species of rodent in the family Muridae. The Kunwinjku people of western Arnhem Land call this little creature kijbuk.

Fun Fact

It is the smallest of all Australian native mice with a head and body length of 55–75 mm (2.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in sandy, well drained, sparsely covered savanna.

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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