Tokunoshima Spiny Rat (Tokudaia tokunoshimensis) — Endangered Mammalia

Tokunoshima Spiny Rat

Tokudaia tokunoshimensis

Conservation Status

Endangered

Mammalia · Rodentia · Muridae

About

The Tokunoshima spiny rat is a rodent found only on the island of Tokunoshima in the Satsunan Islands of Japan. Due to its small habitat, it is considered endangered. It is commonly found in the secondary and primary subtropical moist broadleaf forests of this island. The karyotype has an odd diploid number, 2n = 45. Like its relative T. osimensis, it is one of the few mammals that lack a Y chromosome and SRY gene.

Fun Fact

Due to its small habitat, it is considered endangered.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in the secondary and primary subtropical moist broadleaf forests of this island.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Loss
  • Poaching and Hunting
  • Human-Wildlife Conflict
  • Disease

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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