Giant Tree Rat

Toromys grandis

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Echimyidae

About

The giant tree-rat is a species in the family Echimyidae, the spiny rats. It is the only species in the monotypic genus Toromys. It is endemic to Brazil, where it occurs in the flooded forest along the banks of the Amazon River and its tributaries.

Fun Fact

It is endemic to Brazil, where it occurs in the flooded forest along the banks of the Amazon River and its tributaries.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occurs in the flooded forest along the banks of the Amazon River and its tributaries.

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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