The New Guinean rat (Rattus novaeguineae) is a species of rodent in the family Muridae. [2] It is found only in parts of central Papua New Guinea.

New Guinean rat on The IUCN Red List site - https://www.iucnredlist.org/species/19354/22442250. Basic facts about New Guinean rat: lifespan, distribution and habitat map, lifestyle and social behavior, mating habits, diet and nutrition, population size and status.

Despite this relatively recent arrival in New Guinea, our native rodents have undergone a considerable evolutionary radiation, for we now have rats of all sizes from small to more than one kilo in weight, and adapted to

The New Guinea waterside rat (Parahydromys asper) is the only species in the genus Parahydromys. It is considered part of the New Guinea Old Endemics, meaning its ancestors were part of the first wave of murine rodents to colonize the …

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When you think of the islands of New Guinea, vibrant cultures, stunning landscapes, and diverse wildlife come to mind. Among this rich tapestry of life is the

The Papua New Guinea Rat, also known as the Melomys rubicola, is a small rodent species found in the rainforests of Papua New Guinea. It has a compact body with a rounded head and a relatively short, thick tail.

The New Guinean rat (Rattus novaeguineae) is a species of rodent in the family Muridae. It is found only in parts of central Papua New Guinea. (Source: Wikipedia, '', http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Guinean_rat, CC BY-SA 3.0 )

Papua New Guinea Rat: Type Locality: Papua New Guinea, Kalolo Creek, 1070 m. Distribution:

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