Sommer’s Sulawesi Rat

Sommeromys macrorhinos

Conservation Status

Near Threatened

Mammalia · Rodentia · Muridae

About

Sommer's Sulawesi rat is a species of rodent in the family Muridae from Sulawesi. It is the only species in the genus Sommeromys and was described by Musser & Durden in 2002.

Fun Fact

The stomach of the only known specimen contained some nematodes, fly eggs, and fragments of insects.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occurs in other high montane forests of Sulawesi.

Diet

Feeds on insects.

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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