The Big-headed African Mole Rat

Probably the main prey species and preferred prey of the Ethiopian Wolf. Here gathering food.

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Christine Young

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So cute!! Posted one year ago
1. NattyOne
  
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  Yes and if you're a fan of those incisors! Posted one year ago
2. 1. Christine Young
    
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    I love the teeth. It makes them even cuter...and a bit goofy. Posted one year ago
  2. 1. NattyOne
      
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      Yes, the next cartoon cutie! Posted one year ago

Ferdy Christant

Lion

Another super valuable observation. Not just a species intro, also a family intro. Posted one year ago
1. NattyOne
  
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  Thanks Ferdy, they're very interesting creatures and like the wolf, they are listed as endangered with population decreasing and as you'll see they're endemic to just this mountain range. Posted one year ago
2. 1. Ferdy Christant
    
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    Sad to hear that, I hope they manage to hold on! Posted one year ago
  2. 1. NattyOne
      
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      fingers crossed Posted one year ago

The Giant Root Rat

The big-headed African mole rat, also known as the giant root-rat, Ethiopian African mole rat, or giant mole rat, is a rodent species in the family Spalacidae. It is endemic to Ethiopia's Bale Mountains. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical high-altitude grassland, where it can reach densities of up to 2,600 individuals per square kilometre.

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Similar species: Rodents

Species identified by NattyOne

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Uploaded Nov 27, 2023. Captured Nov 11, 2023 09:23.

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