Gray tree rat
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The gray tree rat ( Lenothrix canus ) is a rodent from the group of old world mice (Murinae).
Gray tree rats reach a head body length of 17 to 22 centimeters, the tail length is 19 to 27 centimeters and the weight varies between 80 and 275 grams. Their fur is gray or gray-brown on the upper side, the underside is whitish.
These rodents live in Southeast Asia . Their distribution area includes the Malay Peninsula , northern Borneo and the island of Tuangku off the coast of Sumatra . Their habitat is primarily rainforests, but they are adaptable and can also be found in plantations. They can climb well and mostly hang out in the trees.
Gray tree rats are widespread and common in some areas, the IUCN lists the species as "not endangered" ( least concern ).
The species is systematically classified within the Old World mice in the Pithecheir group .
literature
- Ronald M. Nowak: Walker's Mammals of the World. 2 volumes. 6th edition. Johns Hopkins University Press, Baltimore MD et al. 1999, ISBN 0-8018-5789-9 .
- Don E. Wilson , DeeAnn M. Reeder (Eds.): Mammal Species of the World. A taxonomic and geographic Reference. 2 volumes. 3. Edition. Johns Hopkins University Press, Baltimore MD 2005, ISBN 0-8018-8221-4 .
Web links
- Lenothrix canus onthe IUCN Red List of Threatened Species . Retrieved May 29, 2009.