Ucucha Oldfield Mouse
Thomasomys ucucha
Conservation Status
VulnerableMammalia · Rodentia · Cricetidae
About
Thomasomys ucucha, also known as the ucucha thomasomys, is a rodent in the genus Thomasomys of the family Cricetidae. It is known only from high altitude forest and grassland habitats in the Cordillera Oriental of Ecuador. Seven other species of Thomasomys live in the same areas. First collected in 1903, T. ucucha was formally described as a new species in 2003 and most closely resembles T. hylophilus, which occurs further to the north. The species is listed as "vulnerable" in the IUCN Red List as a result of habitat destruction.
Fun Fact
It is known only from high altitude forest and grassland habitats in the Cordillera Oriental of Ecuador.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Live in the same areas.
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Degradation
- Overexploitation
- Invasive Species
- Climate Change