Gray-footed Spiny-rat
Proechimys poliopus
Vulnerable
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<speciesfyi-species slug="gray-footed-spiny-rat"></speciesfyi-species>Habitat & Distribution
Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Found in Venezuela. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.
Conservation Status
VU
Vulnerable
Full Taxonomy
Kingdom
Animalia
(สัตว์)
Phylum
Chordata
(สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)
Class
Mammalia
(สัตว์เลี้ยงลูกด้วยน้ำนม)
Order
Rodentia
(อันดับสัตว์ฟันแทะ)
Family
Echimyidae
Genus
Proechimys
Species
Proechimys poliopus
(Gray-footed Spiny-rat)
Similar Species in Proechimys
Boyacá Spiny Rat
Proechimys chrysaeolus
Data Deficient
Cuvier s Spiny-rat
Proechimys cuvieri
Least Concern
Colombian spiny rat
Proechimys canicollis
Least Concern
Guyenne Spiny-rat
Proechimys guyannensis
Least Concern
O Connell s Spiny-rat
Proechimys oconnelli
Data Deficient
Guaira Spiny-rat
Proechimys guairae
Least Concern
Pacific Spiny-rat
Proechimys decumanus
Near Threatened
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Simon s Spiny-rat
Proechimys simonsi
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of Gray-footed Spiny-rat?
The scientific name of Gray-footed Spiny-rat is Proechimys poliopus. It belongs to the genus Proechimys.
What is the conservation status of Gray-footed Spiny-rat?
Gray-footed Spiny-rat (Proechimys poliopus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Gray-footed Spiny-rat live?
Gray-footed Spiny-rat is found in Found in Venezuela. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Venezuela.
What family does Gray-footed Spiny-rat belong to?
Gray-footed Spiny-rat (Proechimys poliopus) belongs to the genus Proechimys, which is part of the taxonomic family Echimyidae.
Is Gray-footed Spiny-rat endangered?
Yes, Gray-footed Spiny-rat (Proechimys poliopus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Gray-footed Spiny-rat belong to?
Gray-footed Spiny-rat (Proechimys poliopus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of Gray-footed Spiny-rat?
The closest relatives of Gray-footed Spiny-rat in the genus Proechimys include Boyacá Spiny Rat, Cuvier s Spiny-rat, Colombian spiny rat, Guyenne Spiny-rat, O Connell s Spiny-rat.
Genus Proechimys — 16 Species
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Boyacá Spiny Rat
Proechimys chrysaeolus
Cuvier s Spiny-rat
Proechimys cuvieri
Colombian spiny rat
Proechimys canicollis
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VU
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Gray-footed Spiny-rat
Proechimys poliopus
Guyenne Spiny-rat
Proechimys guyannensis
O Connell s Spiny-rat
Proechimys oconnelli
Guaira Spiny-rat
Proechimys guairae
Pacific Spiny-rat
Proechimys decumanus
Simon s Spiny-rat
Proechimys simonsi
Minca Spiny Rat
Proechimys mincae
Sucre Spiny-rat
Proechimys urichi
Trinidad spiny rat
Proechimys trinitatis
Tome's spiny rat
Proechimys semispinosus
huallaga spiny rat
Proechimys brevicauda
Guyanan spiny rat
Proechimys hoplomyoides
Napo Spiny-rat
Proechimys quadruplicatus
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