VU

Christina's Margareta Rat

Margaretamys christinae

Unknown

Overview

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

Margaretamys christinae faces severe pressure from rapid deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Sulawesi's montane forests. Mining activities and infrastructure development have fragmented remaining habitat patches, while the species' specialized ecological requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the temperature and moisture conditions of the high-altitude forests this endemic rodent depends upon.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic rodent inhabits montane forests of Sulawesi, typically found in primary and secondary forest areas at elevations between 1,000-2,000 meters. The species appears to prefer dense forest understory with abundant leaf litter and fallen logs that provide shelter and foraging opportunities.

Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical moist lowland· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionSpecies recovery

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Christina's Margareta Rat classified as Vulnerable?
Christina's Margareta 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. Margaretamys christinae faces severe pressure from rapid deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Sulawesi's montane forests. Mining activities and infrastructure development have fragmented remaining habitat patches, while the species' specialized ecological requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the temperature and moisture conditions of the high-altitude forests this endemic rodent depends upon.
Where does Christina's Margareta Rat live?
Christina's Margareta 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 Christina's Margareta Rat?
The main threats to Christina's Margareta 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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