Watercolor illustration of O Connell s Spiny-rat (Proechimys oconnelli)

O Connell s Spiny-rat

Proechimys oconnelli

Data Deficient

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Found in Colombia.

Conservation Status

DD Data Deficient

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of O Connell s Spiny-rat?
The scientific name of O Connell s Spiny-rat is Proechimys oconnelli. It belongs to the genus Proechimys.
What is the conservation status of O Connell s Spiny-rat?
O Connell s Spiny-rat (Proechimys oconnelli) is classified as Data Deficient by the IUCN Red List.
Where does O Connell s Spiny-rat live?
O Connell s Spiny-rat is found in Found in Colombia.. Countries include Colombia.
What family does O Connell s Spiny-rat belong to?
O Connell s Spiny-rat (Proechimys oconnelli) belongs to the genus Proechimys, which is part of the taxonomic family Echimyidae.
What kingdom does O Connell s Spiny-rat belong to?
O Connell s Spiny-rat (Proechimys oconnelli) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).
What are the closest relatives of O Connell s Spiny-rat?
The closest relatives of O Connell s Spiny-rat in the genus Proechimys include Boyacá Spiny Rat, Cuvier s Spiny-rat, Colombian spiny rat, Gray-footed Spiny-rat, Guyenne Spiny-rat.

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