Colombian grass mouse facts for kids
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The Akodon affinis, also known as the Colombian grass mouse, is a small furry animal. It belongs to a group of animals called rodents. Rodents are mammals that have teeth specially made for gnawing. This little mouse is part of the Cricetidae family, which includes many types of hamsters, voles, and other mice.
Where the Colombian Grass Mouse Lives
This special mouse is only found in one place in the world! It lives in the Cordillera Occidental, which is a mountain range in the country of Colombia. This means it's an "endemic" species, which is a fancy way of saying it's native and unique to that specific area.
What is a Grass Mouse?
Grass mice, like the Colombian grass mouse, are usually small rodents that live in grassy areas. They often build their homes in burrows underground or hide among thick plants. They are an important part of their ecosystem, often eating seeds and insects, and sometimes being food for larger animals like owls or snakes.
See Also
You can learn more about Akodon affinis in Spanish here: Akodon affinis para niños
