Bridges's degu
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Bridges's degu (Octodon bridgesii) is a species of rodent in the family Octodontidae.[1] It is found in southern Chile.[2] The species was named after Thomas Bridges.[3]
Taxonomy
Ricardo Ojeda's degu (O. ricardojedai), which is found in Argentina and Chile, was formerly considered a population of O. bridgesii, but was described as a distinct species in 2020.[4]
Biology and physiology
Unlike its close relative, the common degu, Bridges' degu is nocturnal.[5]
Bridges's degu has deep molar indentations and has a deep fold on the inside of the last molar.[6]
Habitat
The species is less widely distributed in Chile than the common degu and inhabits rocky, forested areas[6] and some open farmland,[2] although it is far less well adapted for digging[5] but does have some climbing ability.[7] Deforestation may be contributing to the decline of this species.[5]
References
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