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Brants's Whistling Rat

Parotomys brantsii

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Rodentia ›Family: Muridae ›Genus: Parotomys

About

Brants's whistling rat (Parotomys brantsii) is one of two species of Murid rodent in the genus Parotomys. It is found in Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry shrubland and pastureland.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Brants's Whistling Rat?
The scientific name of Brants's Whistling Rat is Parotomys brantsii.
What is the conservation status of Brants's Whistling Rat?
The Brants's Whistling Rat has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Brants's Whistling Rat belong to?
Brants's Whistling Rat belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Brants's Whistling Rat belong to?
Brants's Whistling Rat belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Brants's Whistling Rat belong to?
Brants's Whistling Rat belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Brants's Whistling Rat belong to?
Brants's Whistling Rat belongs to the order Rodentia.
What family does Brants's Whistling Rat belong to?
Brants's Whistling Rat belongs to the family Muridae.
What genus does Brants's Whistling Rat belong to?
Brants's Whistling Rat belongs to the genus Parotomys.