Greater Marmoset Rat

Greater Marmoset RatThis arboreal rat lives in lowland evergreen forest with bamboo clumps. It builds leaf nests inside bamboo stems and uses its tail for balance.What does it look like?Its fur is thick, soft, and grayish brown above, with white underparts separated by an ocher band. Long black hairs fringe the ears.How does it live?This arboreal rat lives in lowland evergreen forest with bamboo clumps. It builds leaf nests inside bamboo stems and uses its tail for balance.It is highly arboreal and builds nests of bamboo leaves inside bamboo stems. Broad feet help it climb; its long tail is used for balance and stability against a branch or stem.Keeping it safeAn extinction-risk assessment has not been added yet.