Mountain Giant Rat
Sundamys infraluteus
About the Mountain Giant Rat
The mountain giant Sunda rat, Sundamys infraluteus (also known as the giant mountain rat or giant rat of Sumatra) is a large rat, around 480 to 640 millimeters (19 to 25 inches) in total length (230 to 290 millimeters excluding the tail). It weighs 230 to 600 grams. This makes it somewhat larger than a Norway rat, which averages around 300 grams, with 500 grams being unusually large. The rat is mostly dark brown with paler
Key Facts
- Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Mountain Giant Rat?
The scientific name of the Mountain Giant Rat is Sundamys infraluteus.
How many Mountain Giant Rat sightings have been recorded?
4 observations of the Mountain Giant Rat have been recorded on iNaturalist.
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observations on iNaturalist
