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Montane Cotton Rat (Sigmodon zanjonensis)

Montane Cotton Rat

Sigmodon zanjonensis

About the Montane Cotton Rat

The montane cotton rat (Sigmodon zanjonensis) is a rodent species in the family Cricetidae. It is found in the highlands of Chiapas, Mexico and Guatemala. The eastern and southern limits of its range have not yet been determined.

Key Facts

  • Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Montane Cotton Rat?

The scientific name of the Montane Cotton Rat is Sigmodon zanjonensis.

How many Montane Cotton Rat sightings have been recorded?

9 observations of the Montane Cotton Rat have been recorded on iNaturalist.

9 observations on iNaturalist
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