VU

Gray-footed Spiny-rat

Proechimys poliopus

Unknown

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

The Gray-footed Spiny-rat faces significant pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its range in northern South America. Mining activities and infrastructure development have fragmented its forest habitat, while hunting pressure in some areas compounds population declines. Climate change may further stress populations by altering the humid forest conditions this species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This spiny-rat inhabits humid lowland and montane forests, preferring dense understory vegetation and areas near water sources. It occurs in both primary and secondary forests across northern Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, and northern Brazil.

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VU

Greedy Olalla Rat

Olallamys edax

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Gray-footed Spiny-rat classified as Vulnerable?
Gray-footed Spiny-rat is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. The Gray-footed Spiny-rat faces significant pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its range in northern South America. Mining activities and infrastructure development have fragmented its forest habitat, while hunting pressure in some areas compounds population declines. Climate change may further stress populations by altering the humid forest conditions this species requires.
Where does Gray-footed Spiny-rat live?
Gray-footed Spiny-rat occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Gray-footed Spiny-rat?
The main threats to Gray-footed Spiny-rat are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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