Watercolor illustration of Ecuador-Feldmaus (Neomicroxus latebricola)

Ecuador-Feldmaus

Neomicroxus latebricola

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, flooded grasslands and savannas, and montane grasslands and shrublands, among 4 distinct biome types within the Neotropic biogeographic realm.

Found in Ecuador. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

German Ecuador-Feldmaus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ecuador-Feldmaus?
The scientific name of Ecuador-Feldmaus is Neomicroxus latebricola. It belongs to the genus Neomicroxus.
What is the conservation status of Ecuador-Feldmaus?
Ecuador-Feldmaus (Neomicroxus latebricola) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Ecuador-Feldmaus live?
Ecuador-Feldmaus is found in Found in Ecuador. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Ecuador.
What family does Ecuador-Feldmaus belong to?
Ecuador-Feldmaus (Neomicroxus latebricola) belongs to the genus Neomicroxus, which is part of the taxonomic family Cricetidae.
Is Ecuador-Feldmaus endangered?
Yes, Ecuador-Feldmaus (Neomicroxus latebricola) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Ecuador-Feldmaus belong to?
Ecuador-Feldmaus (Neomicroxus latebricola) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).
What are the closest relatives of Ecuador-Feldmaus?
The closest relatives of Ecuador-Feldmaus in the genus Neomicroxus include Bogota-Feldmaus.

Native Range — 1 Countries

Genus Neomicroxus — 2 Species

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Bogota-Feldmaus
Neomicroxus bogotensis
LC
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Ecuador-Feldmaus
Neomicroxus latebricola
EN

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