Verhagen's Brush-furred Rat
Lophuromys verhageni
About the Verhagen's Brush-furred Rat
Verhagen's brush-furred rat (Lophuromys verhageni) is a rodent belonging to the genus Lophuromys. It is found between 2600 and 3050 m on Mount Meru in Tanzania. The species is named after Ronald Verhegen for his contributions to the ecology of small mammals of Tanzania.
Key Facts
- Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Verhagen's Brush-furred Rat?
The scientific name of the Verhagen's Brush-furred Rat is Lophuromys verhageni.
How many Verhagen's Brush-furred Rat sightings have been recorded?
1 observations of the Verhagen's Brush-furred Rat have been recorded on iNaturalist.
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