quaestor hocicudo
Oxymycterus quaestor
About the quaestor hocicudo
The quaestor hocicudo (Oxymycterus quaestor) is a species of rodent in the family Cricetidae. It is found in southeastern Brazil and northeastern Argentina, where it lives in forest and moist and dry scrub.
Key Facts
- Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the quaestor hocicudo?
The scientific name of the quaestor hocicudo is Oxymycterus quaestor.
How many quaestor hocicudo sightings have been recorded?
5 observations of the quaestor hocicudo have been recorded on iNaturalist.
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observations on iNaturalist
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