Lesser Golden-bellied Rice Rat

Nephelomys nimbosus

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Distributed across Colombia and Ecuador. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Mammalia (สัตว์เลี้ยงลูกด้วยน้ำนม)

Order

Rodentia (อันดับสัตว์ฟันแทะ)

Species

Nephelomys nimbosus (Lesser Golden-bellied Rice Rat)

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Costa Central Oryzomys

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Ecuadorean Rice Rat

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Mérida Oryzomys

Nephelomys meridensis

Western Colombian Rice Rat

Nephelomys pectoralis

Least Concern

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Santa Marta Rice Rat

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Least Concern

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Tomes's Rice Rat

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Least Concern

Gray-bellied Rice Rat

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Lesser Golden-bellied Rice Rat?

The scientific name of Lesser Golden-bellied Rice Rat is Nephelomys nimbosus. It belongs to the genus Nephelomys.

What is the conservation status of Lesser Golden-bellied Rice Rat?

Lesser Golden-bellied Rice Rat (Nephelomys nimbosus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Lesser Golden-bellied Rice Rat live?

Lesser Golden-bellied Rice Rat is found in Distributed across Colombia and Ecuador. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador.

What family does Lesser Golden-bellied Rice Rat belong to?

Lesser Golden-bellied Rice Rat (Nephelomys nimbosus) belongs to the genus Nephelomys, which is part of the taxonomic family Cricetidae.

Is Lesser Golden-bellied Rice Rat endangered?

Yes, Lesser Golden-bellied Rice Rat (Nephelomys nimbosus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Lesser Golden-bellied Rice Rat belong to?

Lesser Golden-bellied Rice Rat (Nephelomys nimbosus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Lesser Golden-bellied Rice Rat?

The closest relatives of Lesser Golden-bellied Rice Rat in the genus Nephelomys include Costa Central Oryzomys, Ecuadorean Rice Rat, Mérida Oryzomys, Child’s Rice Rat, Western Colombian Rice Rat.