Ecuadorian Cotton Rat
Sigmodon inopinatus
Vulnerable
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Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Found in Ecuador. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.
Conservation Status
VU
Vulnerable
Full Taxonomy
Kingdom
Animalia
(animal)
Phylum
Chordata
(Chordates)
Class
Mammalia
(mammifères)
Order
Rodentia
(Rodents)
Family
Cricetidae
Genus
Sigmodon
Species
Sigmodon inopinatus
(Ecuadorian Cotton Rat)
Similar Species in Sigmodon
Peruvian Cotton Rat
Sigmodon peruanus
Least Concern
Alston s Cotton Rat
Sigmodon alstoni
Least Concern
Arizona Cotton Rat
Sigmodon arizonae
Least Concern
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hispid cotton rat
Sigmodon hispidus
Least Concern
🐾
Tawny-bellied Cotton Rat
Sigmodon fulviventer
Least Concern
🐾
Yellow-nosed Cotton Rat
Sigmodon ochrognathus
Least Concern
🐾
Southern Cotton Rat
Sigmodon hirsutus
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of Ecuadorian Cotton Rat?
The scientific name of Ecuadorian Cotton Rat is Sigmodon inopinatus. It belongs to the genus Sigmodon.
What is the conservation status of Ecuadorian Cotton Rat?
Ecuadorian Cotton Rat (Sigmodon inopinatus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Ecuadorian Cotton Rat live?
Ecuadorian Cotton Rat is found in Found in Ecuador. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Ecuador.
What family does Ecuadorian Cotton Rat belong to?
Ecuadorian Cotton Rat (Sigmodon inopinatus) belongs to the genus Sigmodon, which is part of the taxonomic family Cricetidae.
Is Ecuadorian Cotton Rat endangered?
Yes, Ecuadorian Cotton Rat (Sigmodon inopinatus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Ecuadorian Cotton Rat belong to?
Ecuadorian Cotton Rat (Sigmodon inopinatus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).
What are the closest relatives of Ecuadorian Cotton Rat?
The closest relatives of Ecuadorian Cotton Rat in the genus Sigmodon include Peruvian Cotton Rat, Alston s Cotton Rat, Arizona Cotton Rat, hispid cotton rat, Tawny-bellied Cotton Rat.
Genus Sigmodon — 8 Species
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VU
🐾
Ecuadorian Cotton Rat
Sigmodon inopinatus
Peruvian Cotton Rat
Sigmodon peruanus
Alston s Cotton Rat
Sigmodon alstoni
Arizona Cotton Rat
Sigmodon arizonae
hispid cotton rat
Sigmodon hispidus
Tawny-bellied Cotton Rat
Sigmodon fulviventer
Yellow-nosed Cotton Rat
Sigmodon ochrognathus
Southern Cotton Rat
Sigmodon hirsutus
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