Panay Bushy-tailed Cloud Rat Crateromys heaneyi Gonzalez & Kennedy, 1996

Common Names: Puot. The local names given to them are yut-yut (Crateromys) and bu-ut (Phloemys). Category: ENDANGERED Habitat/Distribution: Lowland primary and secondary forest. Habitat / Behavior: Feeds on tender young leaves in the forest canopy; slow moving but an excellent climber. Threats: Severely impacted by habitat on Panay. Conservation Efforts/Measures: Haribon Foundation Photograph Information: Courtesy of the Haribon Foundation

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