Boyaca Spiny Rat

The Boyacá spiny rat (Proechimys chrysaeolus) is a species of rodent in the family Echimyidae. It is endemic to Colombia; it is found primary forest in Carare River valley, Boyacá Department, 100 to 500 meters above sea level. Nocturnal, terrestrial and solitary, it feeds on seeds, fruit and some leaves and insects.

Proechimys chrysaeolus est une espèce de mammifères rongeurs de la famille des Echimyidae qui regroupe des rats épineux originaires d'Amérique latine.

Proechimys chrysaeolus es una especie de roedor de la familia Echimyidae. Distribución geográfica Es endémica de Colombia. Referencias Woods, C.