Watercolor illustration of Abessinische Grasratte (Arvicanthis abyssinicus)

Abessinische Grasratte

Arvicanthis abyssinicus

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

German Abessinische Grasratte

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Abessinische Grasratte?
The scientific name of Abessinische Grasratte is Arvicanthis abyssinicus. It belongs to the genus Arvicanthis.
What is the conservation status of Abessinische Grasratte?
Abessinische Grasratte (Arvicanthis abyssinicus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Abessinische Grasratte belong to?
Abessinische Grasratte (Arvicanthis abyssinicus) belongs to the genus Arvicanthis, which is part of the taxonomic family Muridae.
Is Abessinische Grasratte endangered?
No, Abessinische Grasratte (Arvicanthis abyssinicus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Abessinische Grasratte belong to?
Abessinische Grasratte (Arvicanthis abyssinicus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).
What are the closest relatives of Abessinische Grasratte?
The closest relatives of Abessinische Grasratte in the genus Arvicanthis include Ansorges Grasratte, Blicks Grasratte, Guinea-Grasratte, Nairobi-Grasratte, Neumanns Grasratte.

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