Peruvian Tree Rat
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| Echimys rhipidurus Thomas, 1928 |
The Peruvian Tree Rat (Echimys rhipidurus) is a species of rodent in the Echimyidae family. It is endemic to Peru. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. It is threatened by habitat loss.
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- Baillie, J. 1996. Echimys rhipidurus. 2006 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Downloaded on 29 July 2007.
