Discover the fascinating Rio de Janeiro Spiny-rat (<i>Proechimys roberti</i>), a unique rodent native to Brazil's Atlantic Forest. With its distinctive spiny fur and social behavior, this medium-sized animal plays a vital role in seed dispersal and maintaining biodiversity, although it faces threats from habitat loss. Explore its captivating habitat, diet, and conservation status in our latest blog post.
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Robert’s Spiny-rat
Discover the fascinating world of Robert's Spiny-rat (*Proechimys roberti*), a nocturnal rodent native to the tropical rainforests of Central America. With its distinctive spiny fur and agile climbing abilities, this species plays a crucial role in its ecosystem as a seed disperser. However, with a conservation status of **Vulnerable**, protecting its habitat is vital to ensuring its survival amid ongoing threats from deforestation and habitat loss.