Big-eared Woodrat
Neotoma macrotis
About the Big-eared Woodrat
The big-eared woodrat (Neotoma macrotis) is a species of rodent in the family Cricetidae. A study of the species found the "Bear Canyon" virus, a mammarenavirus, traditionally associated with the California mouse, is actually passed by the big-eared woodrat before host-jumping to the California mouse.
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Big-eared Woodrat?
The scientific name of the Big-eared Woodrat is Neotoma macrotis.
How many Big-eared Woodrat sightings have been recorded?
1,007 observations of the Big-eared Woodrat have been recorded on iNaturalist.
1,007
observations on iNaturalist
