Canefield Rat (Rattus sordidus) — Least Concern Mammalia

Canefield Rat

Rattus sordidus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Muridae

About

The dusky field rat, also known as the canefield rat, is a species of rodent in the family Muridae. It is found in Australia, Indonesia, and Papua New Guinea. In Australia it is found in northern Queensland and along the east coast as far south as Shoalwater Bay, where it is plentiful, and on South West Island in the Sir Edward Pellew Group off the Northern Territory, where it is considered a threatened species.

Fun Fact

It is found in Australia, Indonesia, and Papua New Guinea.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in northern Queensland and along the east coast as far south as Shoalwater Bay, where it is plentiful, and on South West Island in the Sir Edward Pellew Group off the Northern Territory, where it is considered a threatened species.

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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