Dwarf Tree Mouse

Typhlomys nanus

Conservation Status

Data Deficient

Mammalia · Rodentia · Platacanthomyidae

About

Typhlomys nanus, also known as the dwarf tree mouse, is a species of rodent of the family Platacanthomyidae found in eastern and north-eastern Yunnan, China, at middle to high elevations. The species was discovered in 2017 by Cheng et al. (2017) based on populations previously attributed to the Chinese pygmy dormouse.

Fun Fact

The Dwarf Tree Mouse is considered to be the smallest known species within the genus Typhlomys.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

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Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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