Southern giant slender-tailed cloud rat

Description

Although the word ‘rat’ may conjure up an image of an unattractive,disease-ridden rodent,the southern giant slender-tailed cloud rat,with its long,furry tail and large eyes,is a charming,shy,squirrel-like animal.Its rather rough fur,interspersed with longer hairs,is typically dark brown.Captive specimens may be reddish,possibly due to their diet.It has a blunt muzzle and small ears covered with long fur on the outer side.The large feet bearing large claws are highly suited to a life in the trees.