Lemke's hutia

Rhizoplagiodontia lemkei

Conservation Status

Data Deficient

Mammalia · Rodentia · Capromyidae

About

Lemke's hutia is an extinct species of rodent in the subfamily Capromyinae. It is monotypic within the genus Rhizoplagiodontia. It was endemic to Hispaniola. Its natural habitat was subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. It is thought to have gone extinct after European colonization of the islands.

Fun Fact

It is thought to have gone extinct after European colonization of the islands.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to Hispaniola (the Dominican Republic and Haiti).

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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