Long-tailed Armored Tree-rat

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Distributed across Colombia and Ecuador.

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Mammalia (Säugetiere)

Order

Rodentia (Nagetiere)

Family

Echimyidae

Genus

Makalata

Species

Makalata macrura (Long-tailed Armored Tree-rat)

Similar Species in Makalata

Brazilian spiny tree-rat

Makalata didelphoides

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Long-tailed Armored Tree-rat?

The scientific name of Long-tailed Armored Tree-rat is Makalata macrura. It belongs to the genus Makalata.

What is the conservation status of Long-tailed Armored Tree-rat?

Long-tailed Armored Tree-rat (Makalata macrura) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Long-tailed Armored Tree-rat live?

Long-tailed Armored Tree-rat is found in Distributed across Colombia and Ecuador.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador.

What family does Long-tailed Armored Tree-rat belong to?

Long-tailed Armored Tree-rat (Makalata macrura) belongs to the genus Makalata, which is part of the taxonomic family Echimyidae.

Is Long-tailed Armored Tree-rat endangered?

No, Long-tailed Armored Tree-rat (Makalata macrura) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Long-tailed Armored Tree-rat belong to?

Long-tailed Armored Tree-rat (Makalata macrura) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Long-tailed Armored Tree-rat?

The closest relatives of Long-tailed Armored Tree-rat in the genus Makalata include Brazilian spiny tree-rat.