Discover the fascinating life of the Western Rainforest Thicket Rat (<i>Rattus fuscipes</i>), a medium-sized rodent native to the temperate rainforests of southeastern Australia. Learn about its unique habitat, nocturnal behavior, and vital role in seed dispersion within the ecosystem, while also uncovering the conservation challenges it faces due to habitat loss. Dive into the world of this agile climber and its significance to rainforest biodiversity.