Hairy-tailed Tree Rat

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Mammalia (สัตว์เลี้ยงลูกด้วยน้ำนม)

Order

Rodentia (อันดับสัตว์ฟันแทะ)

Family

Nesomyidae

Genus

Brachytarsomys

Species

Brachytarsomys villosa (Hairy-tailed Tree Rat)

Names in Other Languages

German Buschschwänzige Madagaskarratte

Similar Species in Brachytarsomys

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White-tailed Tree Rat

Brachytarsomys albicauda

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hairy-tailed Tree Rat?

The scientific name of Hairy-tailed Tree Rat is Brachytarsomys villosa. It belongs to the genus Brachytarsomys.

What is the conservation status of Hairy-tailed Tree Rat?

Hairy-tailed Tree Rat (Brachytarsomys villosa) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Hairy-tailed Tree Rat belong to?

Hairy-tailed Tree Rat (Brachytarsomys villosa) belongs to the genus Brachytarsomys, which is part of the taxonomic family Nesomyidae.

Is Hairy-tailed Tree Rat endangered?

Yes, Hairy-tailed Tree Rat (Brachytarsomys villosa) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Hairy-tailed Tree Rat belong to?

Hairy-tailed Tree Rat (Brachytarsomys villosa) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Hairy-tailed Tree Rat?

The closest relatives of Hairy-tailed Tree Rat in the genus Brachytarsomys include White-tailed Tree Rat.