Ohiya Rat (Srilankamys ohiensis) — Vulnerable Mammalia

Ohiya Rat

Srilankamys ohiensis

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Mammalia · Rodentia · Muridae

About

The Ohiya rat, or Sri Lanka bi-colored rat, is a species of rodent in the family Muridae. It is the only species in the genus Srilankamys. It is found only in Sri Lanka where it is known locally as ශ්‍රී ලංකා දෙපැහැ මීයා in Sinhala.

Fun Fact

It is the only species in the genus Srilankamys.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

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Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Degradation
  • Overexploitation
  • Invasive Species
  • Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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