Discover the intriguing life of the Stephens's Woodrat (<i>Neotoma stephensi</i>), a medium-sized rodent native to the coastal ranges of southern California. Known for their unique nesting habits and nocturnal foraging, these vulnerable creatures play a crucial role in their ecosystem as seed dispersers and prey for predators. Learn more about their habitat, behaviors, and the conservation efforts needed to protect this fascinating species.
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Stephens’s Woodrat
Discover the intriguing life of the Stephens's Woodrat (<i>Neotoma stephensi</i>), a medium-sized rodent native to the coastal ranges of southern California. Known for their unique nesting habits and nocturnal foraging, these vulnerable creatures play a crucial role in their ecosystem as seed dispersers and prey for predators. Learn more about their habitat, behaviors, and the conservation efforts needed to protect this fascinating species.