Manus Island Spiny Rat

Rattus detentus

Conservation Status

Critically Endangered

Mammalia · Rodentia · Muridae

About

The Manus Island spiny rat or Admiralty rat, is a species of rodent in the family Muridae. It is endemic to Manus Island in Papua New Guinea, and potentially the neighboring island of Los Negros.

Fun Fact

It is endemic to Manus Island in Papua New Guinea, and potentially the neighboring island of Los Negros.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to Manus Island in Papua New Guinea, and potentially the neighboring island of Los Negros.

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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