Long-tailed Mouse (species: Pseudomys higginsi) in Australian Mammals (Gaia Guide)
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Pseudomys higginsi
Long-tailed Mouse


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Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Mammalia
Order Rodentia
Family Muridae
Genus Pseudomys
Species Pseudomys higginsi
Status least concern

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Distinguishing features

It is distinguished from other species by its two-tone tail, which is white on the underside and dark above. The tail is longer than the head and body combined. (Wikipedia)

Size

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Distribution


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Distribution and habitat preferences

It is found only on the island of Tasmania.

It is found in forested areas, particularly in sub-alpine scree, and may live in burrows. (Wikipedia)

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