Lesser hamster-rat, Long-tailed pouched rat

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Found in Kenya.

🇰🇪 Kenya

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Chordata (cordados)

Class

Mammalia (mamíferos)

Order

Rodentia (Rodents)

Family

Nesomyidae

Genus

Beamys

Species

Beamys hindei (Lesser hamster-rat, Long-tailed pouched rat)

Names in Other Languages

German Hamsterratte

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Lesser hamster-rat, Long-tailed pouched rat?

The scientific name of Lesser hamster-rat, Long-tailed pouched rat is Beamys hindei. It belongs to the genus Beamys.

What is the conservation status of Lesser hamster-rat, Long-tailed pouched rat?

Lesser hamster-rat, Long-tailed pouched rat (Beamys hindei) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Lesser hamster-rat, Long-tailed pouched rat live?

Lesser hamster-rat, Long-tailed pouched rat is found in Found in Kenya.. Countries include Kenya.

What family does Lesser hamster-rat, Long-tailed pouched rat belong to?

Lesser hamster-rat, Long-tailed pouched rat (Beamys hindei) belongs to the genus Beamys, which is part of the taxonomic family Nesomyidae.

Is Lesser hamster-rat, Long-tailed pouched rat endangered?

No, Lesser hamster-rat, Long-tailed pouched rat (Beamys hindei) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Lesser hamster-rat, Long-tailed pouched rat belong to?

Lesser hamster-rat, Long-tailed pouched rat (Beamys hindei) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).