Short-nosed Scolomys

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Found in Ecuador.

🇪🇨 Ecuador

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Chordata (cordados)

Class

Mammalia (mamíferos)

Order

Rodentia (Roedores)

Family

Cricetidae

Genus

Scolomys

Species

Scolomys melanops (Short-nosed Scolomys)

Similar Species in Scolomys

Long-nosed Scolomys

Scolomys ucayalensis

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Short-nosed Scolomys?

The scientific name of Short-nosed Scolomys is Scolomys melanops. It belongs to the genus Scolomys.

What is the conservation status of Short-nosed Scolomys?

Short-nosed Scolomys (Scolomys melanops) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Short-nosed Scolomys live?

Short-nosed Scolomys is found in Found in Ecuador.. Countries include Ecuador.

What family does Short-nosed Scolomys belong to?

Short-nosed Scolomys (Scolomys melanops) belongs to the genus Scolomys, which is part of the taxonomic family Cricetidae.

Is Short-nosed Scolomys endangered?

No, Short-nosed Scolomys (Scolomys melanops) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Short-nosed Scolomys belong to?

Short-nosed Scolomys (Scolomys melanops) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Short-nosed Scolomys?

The closest relatives of Short-nosed Scolomys in the genus Scolomys include Long-nosed Scolomys.