hispid cotton rat

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Rata-algodonera crespa

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Alston s Cotton Rat

Sigmodon alstoni

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Arizona Cotton Rat

Sigmodon arizonae

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Ecuadorian Cotton Rat

Sigmodon inopinatus

Vulnerable

Peruvian Cotton Rat

Sigmodon peruanus

Least Concern

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Southern Cotton Rat

Sigmodon hirsutus

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Tawny-bellied Cotton Rat

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Yellow-nosed Cotton Rat

Sigmodon ochrognathus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of hispid cotton rat?

The scientific name of hispid cotton rat is Sigmodon hispidus. It belongs to the genus Sigmodon.

What is the conservation status of hispid cotton rat?

hispid cotton rat (Sigmodon hispidus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does hispid cotton rat live?

hispid cotton rat is found in Distributed across Belgium, Colombia, France, Netherlands, and United Kingdom.. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, France, Netherlands, United Kingdom.

What family does hispid cotton rat belong to?

hispid cotton rat (Sigmodon hispidus) belongs to the genus Sigmodon, which is part of the taxonomic family Cricetidae.

Is hispid cotton rat endangered?

No, hispid cotton rat (Sigmodon hispidus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does hispid cotton rat belong to?

hispid cotton rat (Sigmodon hispidus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of hispid cotton rat?

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