The moon striped mouse or Ruwenzori hybomys (Hybomys lunaris) is a species of rodent in the family Muridae. It is found in Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, and Uganda. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. It is threatened by habitat loss.[1]
Description
The moon striped mouse ranges from 10 to 16 centimeters (3.9 to 6.3 inches) in body length, with a tail length of 7–13.5 centimeters (2.8–5.3 inches). It weighs 30–70 g (1.1–2.5 oz).[2]
Diet
The moon striped mouse feeds on a wide array of food, including insects, fruits, and seeds.[2]
Reproduction
The moon striped mouse has a gestation period of 28–29 days, and gives birth to 2-3 young.[2]
References
- ^ a b Kennerley, R.; Kerbis Peterhans, J. (2017) [errata version of 2016 assessment]. "Hybomys lunaris". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2016: e.T10280A115096572. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2016-3.RLTS.T10280A22434905.en. Retrieved 13 August 2024.
- ^ a b c Grzimek, Bernhard (1990). Grzimek's Encyclopedia of Mammals Volume 3. McGraw-Hill Publishing company. ISBN 9780079095084.
- Musser, G. G.; Carleton, M. D. (2005). "Superfamily Muroidea". In Wilson, D. E.; Reeder, D. M. (eds.). Mammal Species of the World: A Taxonomic and Geographic Reference (3rd ed.). Johns Hopkins University Press. p. 1331. ISBN 978-0-8018-8221-0. OCLC 62265494.