Long-tailed Mouse

Pseudomys higginsi

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Muridae

About

The long-tailed mouse is a native Australian mammal in the Order Rodentia and the Family Muridae. It is found only on the island of Tasmania. The long-tailed mouse is an omnivore that feeds on insects and a range of plants. It is found in forested areas, particularly in sub-alpine scree, and may live in burrows.

Fun Fact

It is found only on the island of Tasmania.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in wet disturbed forests and that logging and harvesting did not effect the diversity of the local ecosystem.

Diet

Omnivore

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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