Andean Pericote vs Bastard Cedar
Phyllotis andium compared with Calocedrus decurrens
Taxonomic Classification
| Rank | Andean Pericote | Bastard Cedar |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Animalia (Animals) | Plantae (Plants) |
| Phylum | Chordata (Chordates) | Coniferophyta (Conifers) |
| Class | Mammalia (Mammals) | Pinopsida (Conifers) |
| Order | Rodentia (Rodents) | Pinales (Pines & Allies) |
| Family | Cricetidae | Cupressaceae |
| Genus | Phyllotis | Calocedrus |
| Species | Phyllotis andium | Calocedrus decurrens |
Conservation Status
Andean Pericote
LC — Least ConcernBastard Cedar
LC — Least ConcernPhysical Characteristics
| Attribute | Andean Pericote | Bastard Cedar |
|---|---|---|
| Diet | — | — |
| Average Lifespan | — | — |
| Average Length | — | — |
| Average Weight | — | — |
Habitat & Geographic Range
Andean Pericote
Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Found in Ecuador.
Bastard Cedar
Typically found in temperate and boreal forests, often at higher elevations.
Found across Europe (6 countries) and South America (Brazil).
Andean Pericote
The Andean Pericote (Phyllotis andium) is a species in the genus Phyllotis. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Bastard Cedar
The Bastard Cedar (Calocedrus decurrens) is a species in the genus Calocedrus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in temperate and boreal forests, often at higher elevations.
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