Carpomys
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Carpomys is a genus of rodent
Rodent
Rodentia is an order of mammals also known as rodents, characterised by two continuously growing incisors in the upper and lower jaws which must be kept short by gnawing....

 in the family Muridae
Muridae
Muridae is the largest family of mammals. It contains over 600 species found naturally throughout Eurasia, Africa, and Australia. They have been introduced worldwide. The group includes true mice and rats, gerbils, and relatives....

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It contains the following species:
  • Short-footed Luzon Tree Rat
    Short-footed Luzon Tree Rat
    The Short-footed Luzon Tree Rat or Greater dwarf cloud rat is a species of rodent in the family Muridae.It is found only in the Philippines especially in northern luzon. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montanes.This species was long thought to be extinct. In 2008, Filipino...

     (Carpomys melanurus)
  • White-bellied Luzon Tree Rat
    White-bellied Luzon Tree Rat
    The White-bellied Luzon Tree Rat is a species of rodent in the family Muridae.It is found only in Philippines.Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical dry forests.-References:...

    (Carpomys phaeurus)
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