Moncton's mosaic-tailed rat (Paramelomys moncktoni) is a rodent of the family Muridae that is found only in Papua New Guinea. It was formerly placed in the genus Melomys, which is why older sources call it Melomys moncktoni. The species lives in lowland tropical moist forest in the north-east and south-east of the country and has been recorded as high as 700 metres above sea level. Much of the forest where it lives is being damaged, but the animal survives well in disturbed areas, and for that reason it is considered to be at low risk of extinction.
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Muridae, Taxa Source Moncton's mosaic-tailed rat (Wikipedia)
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It is found only in Papua New Guinea.
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1. Moncton's mosaic-tailed rat (Wikipedia)
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It lives in tropical moist forests.
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It is found only in Papua New Guinea.
View the Source2. GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility): GBIF record of the IUCN Red List category for Paramelomys moncktoni
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