Shaw Mayer’s Water Rat

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Mammalia (สัตว์เลี้ยงลูกด้วยน้ำนม)

Order

Rodentia (อันดับสัตว์ฟันแทะ)

Family

Muridae (Mice & Rats)

Genus

Baiyankamys

Species

Baiyankamys shawmayeri (Shaw Mayer’s Water Rat)

Names in Other Languages

German Östliche Neuguinea-Schwimmratte

Similar Species in Baiyankamys

Mountain Water Rat

Baiyankamys habbema

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Shaw Mayer’s Water Rat?

The scientific name of Shaw Mayer’s Water Rat is Baiyankamys shawmayeri. It belongs to the genus Baiyankamys.

What is the conservation status of Shaw Mayer’s Water Rat?

Shaw Mayer’s Water Rat (Baiyankamys shawmayeri) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Shaw Mayer’s Water Rat belong to?

Shaw Mayer’s Water Rat (Baiyankamys shawmayeri) belongs to the genus Baiyankamys, which is part of the taxonomic family Muridae.

Is Shaw Mayer’s Water Rat endangered?

No, Shaw Mayer’s Water Rat (Baiyankamys shawmayeri) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Shaw Mayer’s Water Rat belong to?

Shaw Mayer’s Water Rat (Baiyankamys shawmayeri) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Shaw Mayer’s Water Rat?

The closest relatives of Shaw Mayer’s Water Rat in the genus Baiyankamys include Mountain Water Rat.