Tag: Cinnamon-rufous Rice Rat

Discover the Cinnamon-rufous Rice Rat (*Oryzomys fulvescens*), a nocturnal rodent thriving in tropical wetlands across Central and South America. With its distinctive reddish-brown fur and remarkable swimming skills, this adaptable omnivore plays a vital role in its ecosystem through seed dispersal while navigating near rivers and fertile agricultural lands. Learn about its habitat, diet, and conservation status in this intriguing exploration of a key species in the wild.

Discover the Cinnamon-rufous Rice Rat (*Oryzomys fulvescens*), a nocturnal rodent thriving in tropical wetlands across Central and South America. With its distinctive reddish-brown fur and remarkable swimming skills, this adaptable omnivore plays a vital role in its ecosystem through seed dispersal while navigating near rivers and fertile agricultural lands. Learn about its habitat, diet, and conservation status in this intriguing exploration of a key species in the wild.