Ecuadorean Akodont

Neomicroxus latebricola

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, flooded grasslands and savannas, and montane grasslands and shrublands, among 4 distinct biome types within the Neotropic biogeographic realm.

Found in Ecuador. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇪🇨 Ecuador

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Species

Neomicroxus latebricola (Ecuadorean Akodont)

Names in Other Languages

German Ecuador-Feldmaus

Similar Species in Neomicroxus

Bogota Grass Mouse

Neomicroxus bogotensis

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ecuadorean Akodont?

The scientific name of Ecuadorean Akodont is Neomicroxus latebricola. It belongs to the genus Neomicroxus.

What is the conservation status of Ecuadorean Akodont?

Ecuadorean Akodont (Neomicroxus latebricola) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Ecuadorean Akodont live?

Ecuadorean Akodont is found in Found in Ecuador. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Ecuador.

What family does Ecuadorean Akodont belong to?

Ecuadorean Akodont (Neomicroxus latebricola) belongs to the genus Neomicroxus, which is part of the taxonomic family Cricetidae.

Is Ecuadorean Akodont endangered?

Yes, Ecuadorean Akodont (Neomicroxus latebricola) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Ecuadorean Akodont belong to?

Ecuadorean Akodont (Neomicroxus latebricola) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Ecuadorean Akodont?

The closest relatives of Ecuadorean Akodont in the genus Neomicroxus include Bogota Grass Mouse.