Weyland Mouse Bandicoot
VU

Weyland Mouse Bandicoot

Microperoryctes murina

Unknown

Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mouse_bandicoot

Overview

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

The Weyland Mouse Bandicoot faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as montane forests in its limited range are cleared for agriculture and logging operations. Mining activities in the mineral-rich Weyland Mountains pose additional threats through direct habitat loss and environmental contamination. The species' restricted distribution to high-elevation forests makes it particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts, as warming temperatures force suitable habitat upslope with nowhere left to retreat.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits montane forests at elevations between 1,200-2,400 meters in the Weyland Mountains of Papua Province, Indonesia. It prefers dense primary forest with thick understory vegetation and is typically found in areas with abundant leaf litter and fallen logs that provide foraging opportunities and shelter.

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Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Weyland Mouse Bandicoot classified as Vulnerable?
Weyland Mouse Bandicoot 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 Weyland Mouse Bandicoot faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as montane forests in its limited range are cleared for agriculture and logging operations. Mining activities in the mineral-rich Weyland Mountains pose additional threats through direct habitat loss and environmental contamination. The species' restricted distribution to high-elevation forests makes it particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts, as warming temperatures force suitable habitat upslope with nowhere left to retreat.
Where does Weyland Mouse Bandicoot live?
Weyland Mouse Bandicoot 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 Weyland Mouse Bandicoot?
The main threats to Weyland Mouse Bandicoot 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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