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Stolzmann's crab eating rat

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Kingdom
  
Animalia

Order
  
Rodentia

Genus
  
Ichthyomys

Higher classification
  
Ichthyomys

Phylum
  
Chordata

Family
  
Cricetidae

Scientific name
  
Ichthyomys stolzmanni

Rank
  
Species

Stolzmann's crab-eating rat

Similar
  
Ichthyomys, Mammal, Rodent, Crab‑eating rat, Cricetidae

Stolzmann's crab-eating rat (Ichthyomys stolzmanni) is a species of rodent in the family Cricetidae. It is found in Ecuador and Peru. The species is believed to be nocturnal and semiaquatic, and has been found at an elevation range of 900 to 1700 m. A survey in 2010 indicates that it has become a pest at local fish farms.

References

Stolzmann's crab-eating rat Wikipedia