Biak Giant Rat

Uromys boeadii

Conservation Status

Critically Endangered

Mammalia · Rodentia · Muridae

About

The Biak Island uromys or Biak giant rat is a species of rodent in the family Muridae. It is known only from a single specimen collected on the Indonesian island of Biak.

Fun Fact

It is known only from a single specimen collected on the Indonesian island of Biak.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Destruction
  • Pollution
  • Invasive Species
  • Over-Collection
  • Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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