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Long-footed Tree Mouse
Discover the fascinating world of the **Celebes Rat** (*Toalias caudatus*), a unique rodent native to the lush rainforests of Sulawesi, Indonesia. With its striking physical features, nocturnal behavior, and vital role in seed dispersal, this vulnerable species faces threats from habitat loss due to deforestation. Explore its remarkable adaptations and ecological significance in our latest…
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Small Water Rat
Discover the fascinating world of the Salokko Rat, a medium-sized rodent endemic to the tropical montane forests of South Sulawesi, Indonesia. With its remarkable climbing skills, unique herbivorous diet, and importance in seed dispersal, this vulnerable species plays a crucial role in its ecosystem. Explore its habitat, behaviors, and the conservation challenges it faces in…
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Fly River Water Rat
Discover the fascinating world of the Lovely-haired Rat, a medium-sized rodent renowned for its silky fur and social behavior. Found in the lush forests of Southeast Asia, these nocturnal creatures play a crucial role in their ecosystem through seed dispersal and maintaining biodiversity. Learn about their unique characteristics, habitat, and the conservation efforts aimed at…
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Greater Stick-nest Rat
Discover the fascinating world of Annandale’s Sundaic Rat, a medium-sized rodent thriving in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. With its unique nocturnal behavior, herbivorous diet, and crucial role in seed dispersal, this endangered species faces significant threats from habitat destruction. Learn about its physical characteristics, reproductive patterns, and the conservation efforts needed to preserve…
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New Britain Water Rat
Discover the intriguing world of the **Van Deusen’s New Guinea Mountain Rat**, a **vulnerable** species thriving in the highland forests of New Guinea. With its distinctive dark fur and remarkable nocturnal behaviors, this rat plays a vital role in its ecosystem through seed dispersal and as a key prey species. Learn about its habitat, diet,…
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Earless New Guinea Water Rat
Discover the fascinating world of the Taliabu Island Rat, an endangered species native to Indonesia’s lush rainforests. This medium-sized rodent plays a crucial role in its ecosystem through seed dispersal, while its nocturnal habits and unique adaptations make it an intriguing subject for wildlife enthusiasts. Learn about its habitat, behavior, and the urgent conservation efforts…
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White-footed Rabbit Rat
Discover the fascinating Sahyadris Forest Rat (Bandicota bengalensis), a nocturnal rodent endemic to the diverse Western Ghats of India. Learn about its unique adaptations, diet, and significant role in seed dispersal within its lush forest habitat, alongside conservation challenges threatening its survival. Explore how this vulnerable species contributes to the intricate balance of its ecosystem.
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Capricorn Rabbit Rat
Discover the fascinating world of the Simalur Archipelago Rat, an endangered species native to the lush rainforests of Indonesia’s Simalur Archipelago. This medium-sized rodent is not only crucial for seed dispersal but also exhibits unique behaviors and physical adaptations that make it a key player in its ecosystem. Learn about its habitat, diet, and the…
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Hemidactylus tamhiniensis
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