Echimyidae

Echimyidae (Echimyidae) is a family of organisms sharing recent common ancestry and similar characteristics. It contains 15 genuss with 38 known species. Key genus groups include Boromys, Brotomys, Callistomys, Carterodon, Dactylomys, and Diplomys. Among its members, 2 species are currently classified as threatened (Critically Endangered, Endangered, or Vulnerable). It belongs to Rodents (Rodentia).