Acomys minous — Details

Crete Spiny Mouse learn more about names for this taxon

Ecology

Habitat

Habitat and Ecology

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Habitat and Ecology
It is found in arid areas, including scrubby hillsides and rocky slopes. It may be found in close proximity to human habitation, and sometimes enters houses, especially during the winter. Its diet is predominantly herbivorous, supplemented by some animal items (Zima 1999).

Systems
  • Terrestrial
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Life History and Behavior

Life Expectancy

Lifespan, longevity, and ageing

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Observations: Little is known about the longevity of these animals, but one specimen lived 3.5 years in captivity (Richard Weigl 2005).
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Conservation

Conservation Status

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Red List Category
DD
Data Deficient

Red List Criteria

Version
3.1

Year Assessed
2008

Assessor/s
Amori, G., Hutterer, R., Kryštufek, B., Yigit, N., Mitsain, G. & Palomo, L.J.

Reviewer/s
Amori, G. (Small Nonvolant Mammal Red List Authority) & Temple, H. (Global Mammal Assessment Team)

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Justification
Data Deficient because of taxonomic issues. This taxon is likely to be conspecific with the widespread and common species Acomys cahirinus but more research is needed to confirm this. Even if this is a valid species, it is Least Concern on Crete because it is widespread there and not under threat at present.

History
  • 1996
    Vulnerable
    (Baillie and Groombridge 1996)
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Population

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Population
Little is known about the status and population trends of this species. It may be common in suitable habitats, and there are no reports of population declines (Zima 1999).

Population Trend
Unknown
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Threats

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Major Threats
It is not believed to face any major threats at present (B. Kryštufek pers. comm. 2006).
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Management

Conservation Actions

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Conservation Actions
It occurs in a number of protected areas. Research is required to clarify its taxonomic status and determine population trends.
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Crete spiny mouse

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The Crete spiny mouse (Acomys minous) is a threatened species of mouse endemic to Crete. It is characterized by the coarse, stiff hairs on its back and tail and a notably grayer coloration and more pointed face than other species of spiny mice. Its fur color varies from yellow to red, gray or brown on its face and back, with white fur on its underside. It is a nocturnal forager, feeding mainly on grass blades and seeds, and builds only a very rudimentary nest.

The gestation is between 5 and 6 weeks, which is unusually long for a mouse. At birth, other females clean and assist the mother. The young are well developed with open eyes when they are born.

See also

References

  • Burnie, David, ed. (2001), "Crete spiny mouse", Animal, Dorling Kindersly, p. 155 
  1. ^ Amori, G., Hutterer, R., Kryštufek, B., Yigit, N., Mitsain, G. & Muñoz, L.J.P. (2008). Acomys minous. In: IUCN 2008. IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Retrieved 4 February 2009.
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