Discover the fascinating world of the Wolffsohn's Leaf-eared Mouse (Phyllotis wolffsohni), a unique rodent native to the high-altitude grasslands of Bolivia and Peru. With its distinctive leaf-shaped ears and agile climbing abilities, this nocturnal mammal plays a crucial role in its ecosystem through seed dispersal, while facing increasing threats from habitat loss and climate change. Learn about its behaviors, diet, and the conservation efforts needed to protect this vulnerable species.
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Wolffsohn’s Leaf-eared Mouse
Discover the fascinating world of the Wolffsohn's Leaf-eared Mouse (Phyllotis wolffsohni), a unique rodent native to the high-altitude grasslands of Bolivia and Peru. With its distinctive leaf-shaped ears and agile climbing abilities, this nocturnal mammal plays a crucial role in its ecosystem through seed dispersal, while facing increasing threats from habitat loss and climate change. Learn about its behaviors, diet, and the conservation efforts needed to protect this vulnerable species.
Wolffsohn’s Leaf-eared Mouse
Discover the fascinating world of the Wolffsohn's Leaf-eared Mouse (Phyllotis wolffsohni), a unique rodent native to the high-altitude grasslands of Bolivia and Peru. With its distinctive leaf-shaped ears and agile climbing abilities, this nocturnal mammal plays a crucial role in its ecosystem through seed dispersal, while facing increasing threats from habitat loss and climate change. Learn about its behaviors, diet, and the conservation efforts needed to protect this vulnerable species.