Greater Cane Rat
Thryonomys swinderianus
Points
10
per confirmed sighting
MammalConservation status: Least ConcernCommon to spot
mammals • Thryonomyidae
Greater Cane Rat.
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Thryonomys swinderianus
Category
mammals
Family
Thryonomyidae
Size
Body mass: approximately 3.18 kg (EltonTraits).
Points
10 pts
A closer look
Field notes for spotting, identifying and understanding greater cane rat in its natural range.
Overview
How to identify it
Habitat
EltonTraits foraging-stratum classification: ground-dwelling/terrestrial (including aquatic ground-associated coding).
Diet
EltonTraits diet profile: other plant material 80%; seeds 10%; fruit 10%.
Behaviour
When to look
EltonTraits activity classification: nocturnal.
Where to see it
South Africa
Namibia
Botswana
Zimbabwe
Zambia
Mozambique
Eswatini
Malawi
AngolaSafety and etiquette
Observe from a safe distance and never handle or feed wildlife.
Verification and sources
1500 verified species across ten Southern African countries. Spotted an error? Tell us through community guidelines.