Dusky-footed Woodrat

Dusky-footed WoodratThe dusky-footed woodrat lives in California forests and chaparral, where it builds large houses from sticks and leaves. This entry limits its range to records within California.What does it look like?A 2000 species account describes a brown to grayish coat and large, rounded ears.How does it live?The dusky-footed woodrat lives in California forests and chaparral, where it builds large houses from sticks and leaves. This entry limits its range to records within California.It is mostly nocturnal and builds a house of sticks and leaves at the base of a tree, around a shrub, or on a slope. The nest inside may use shredded grass, leaves, or feathers.Keeping it safeAn extinction-risk assessment has not been added yet.