Mérida Oryzomys
Nephelomys meridensis
Least Concern
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<speciesfyi-species slug="merida-oryzomys"></speciesfyi-species>Habitat & Distribution
Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Distributed across Colombia and Venezuela.
Conservation Status
LC
Least Concern
Full Taxonomy
Kingdom
Animalia
(Tier)
Phylum
Chordata
(Chordatiere)
Class
Mammalia
(Säugetiere)
Order
Rodentia
(Nagetiere)
Family
Cricetidae
Genus
Nephelomys
Species
Nephelomys meridensis
(Mérida Oryzomys)
Similar Species in Nephelomys
Costa Central Oryzomys
Nephelomys caracolus
Least Concern
Ecuadorean Rice Rat
Nephelomys auriventer
Least Concern
Lesser Golden-bellied Rice Rat
Nephelomys nimbosus
Vulnerable
Child’s Rice Rat
Nephelomys childi
Least Concern
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Western Colombian Rice Rat
Nephelomys pectoralis
Least Concern
🐾
Santa Marta Rice Rat
Nephelomys maculiventer
Least Concern
🐾
Tomes's Rice Rat
Nephelomys albigularis
Least Concern
Gray-bellied Rice Rat
Nephelomys moerex
Extinct
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of Mérida Oryzomys?
The scientific name of Mérida Oryzomys is Nephelomys meridensis. It belongs to the genus Nephelomys.
What is the conservation status of Mérida Oryzomys?
Mérida Oryzomys (Nephelomys meridensis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Mérida Oryzomys live?
Mérida Oryzomys is found in Distributed across Colombia and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Venezuela.
What family does Mérida Oryzomys belong to?
Mérida Oryzomys (Nephelomys meridensis) belongs to the genus Nephelomys, which is part of the taxonomic family Cricetidae.
Is Mérida Oryzomys endangered?
No, Mérida Oryzomys (Nephelomys meridensis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Mérida Oryzomys belong to?
Mérida Oryzomys (Nephelomys meridensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).
What are the closest relatives of Mérida Oryzomys?
The closest relatives of Mérida Oryzomys in the genus Nephelomys include Costa Central Oryzomys, Ecuadorean Rice Rat, Lesser Golden-bellied Rice Rat, Child’s Rice Rat, Western Colombian Rice Rat.
Genus Nephelomys — 9 Species
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VU
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EX
Costa Central Oryzomys
Nephelomys caracolus
Ecuadorean Rice Rat
Nephelomys auriventer
Lesser Golden-bellied Rice Rat
Nephelomys nimbosus
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LC
🐾
Mérida Oryzomys
Nephelomys meridensis
Child’s Rice Rat
Nephelomys childi
Western Colombian Rice Rat
Nephelomys pectoralis
Santa Marta Rice Rat
Nephelomys maculiventer
Tomes's Rice Rat
Nephelomys albigularis
Gray-bellied Rice Rat
Nephelomys moerex
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