Van Deusen's Rat

Rattus vandeuseni

Conservation Status

Near Threatened

Mammalia · Rodentia · Muridae

About

Van Deusen's rat is a species of rodent in the family Muridae. It is endemic to the mountains of southeast Papua New Guinea.

Fun Fact

Mammal Species of the World: A Taxonomic and Geographic Reference (3rd ed.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to the mountains of southeast Papua New Guinea.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Hunting and Collection
  • Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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