Mount Oku Rat

Mount Oku Rat

Discover the unique Mount Oku Rat (<i>Leimacomys buettneri</i>), a fascinating rodent endemic to the montane forests of Mount Oku, Cameroon. With its distinctive coloration, nocturnal habits, and vital role in seed dispersal, this vulnerable species showcases the rich biodiversity of its high-altitude habitat. Learn how habitat loss threatens its survival and the critical conservation efforts needed to protect this remarkable creature.