Dusky melanomys

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela.

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Mammalia (Säugetiere)

Order

Rodentia (Nagetiere)

Family

Cricetidae

Genus

Melanomys

Species

Melanomys caliginosus (Dusky melanomys)

Similar Species in Melanomys

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Robust melanomys

Melanomys robustulus

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Dusky melanomys?

The scientific name of Dusky melanomys is Melanomys caliginosus. It belongs to the genus Melanomys.

What is the conservation status of Dusky melanomys?

Dusky melanomys (Melanomys caliginosus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Dusky melanomys live?

Dusky melanomys is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela.

What family does Dusky melanomys belong to?

Dusky melanomys (Melanomys caliginosus) belongs to the genus Melanomys, which is part of the taxonomic family Cricetidae.

Is Dusky melanomys endangered?

No, Dusky melanomys (Melanomys caliginosus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Dusky melanomys belong to?

Dusky melanomys (Melanomys caliginosus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Dusky melanomys?

The closest relatives of Dusky melanomys in the genus Melanomys include Robust melanomys.