Arnhem Rock-rat
Zyzomys maini
Australia's Threatened Species Category
Vulnerable
Listed since: 3/07/2008
IUCN's Threatened Species Category
Vulnerable
Listed since: 6/05/2015
Population trend: Decreasing
Other names: Arnhem Land Rock-rat, Kodjperr
Priority Species? No
The Australian government's Threatened Species Action Plan 2022-2032 selected over 100 priority species derive from consultation with threatened species experts and the wider community. While all species are important, focusing on a limited number of species can help target effort and resources so that outcomes can be achieved, measured and shared.
Description
The Arnhem Rock-rat inhabits the sandstone massif of western Arnhem Land which is monsoon rainforest with rocky scree slopes and boulders. They have a fragile tail and fur, and the tail may be missing or damaged, presumable due to predator attack.
Threats
The main identified threat to the Arnhem Rock-rat is inappropriate fire regimes. It is possible that they may be taken by feral cats, but the severity of this impact upon populations is unknown.