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Xingu Bristly Mouse

Neacomys xingu

Classification

The genus Neacomys, also known as bristly mice because of their spiny fur, includes several species of rodents in the tribe Oryzomyini of family Cricetidae. It is most closely related to Oligoryzomys, Oreoryzomys, and Microryzomys. Neacomys species are mainly found in the Amazon basin, but N.

Distribution

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Countries in the Picchu catalog
Brazil