Alston s Cotton Rat

Sigmodon alstoni

Least Concern

About

The Alston s Cotton Rat (Sigmodon alstoni) is a species in the genus Sigmodon. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. Distributed across Colombia and Venezuela.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Distributed across Colombia and Venezuela.

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Rodentia (hewan pengerat)

Species

Sigmodon alstoni (Alston s Cotton Rat)

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Ecuadorian Cotton Rat

Tawny-bellied Cotton Rat

Sigmodon fulviventer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Alston s Cotton Rat?

The scientific name of Alston s Cotton Rat is Sigmodon alstoni. It belongs to the genus Sigmodon.

What is the conservation status of Alston s Cotton Rat?

Alston s Cotton Rat (Sigmodon alstoni) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Alston s Cotton Rat live?

Alston s Cotton Rat is found in Distributed across Colombia and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Venezuela.

What family does Alston s Cotton Rat belong to?

Alston s Cotton Rat (Sigmodon alstoni) belongs to the genus Sigmodon, which is part of the taxonomic family Cricetidae.

Is Alston s Cotton Rat endangered?

No, Alston s Cotton Rat (Sigmodon alstoni) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Alston s Cotton Rat belong to?

Alston s Cotton Rat (Sigmodon alstoni) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

What are the closest relatives of Alston s Cotton Rat?

The closest relatives of Alston s Cotton Rat in the genus Sigmodon include Ecuadorian Cotton Rat, Peruvian Cotton Rat, Arizona Cotton Rat, hispid cotton rat, Tawny-bellied Cotton Rat.