Chinchilla Rat in the Sanctuary of Machu Picchu
A species that for many years was considered extinct was found in the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu (Cusco). This is the Machu Picchu tree chinchilla rat (Cuscomys Oblativus), whose last sighting was recorded in 2009. The important finding was made as part of a study of the biodiversity in the protected natural area, through … Read more