Abstract
The Damaraland mole-rat (Fukomys damarensis) is a subterranean, hypoxia-tolerant, long-lived rodent endemic to southern and central Africa that is increasingly being used in laboratory research. Its husbandry needs and characteristics differ from traditional rodent research models. Here, we provide a brief overview of this species and discuss its captive housing and husbandry requirements for managed care and good health.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 683-693 |
Number of pages | 11 |
Journal | Journal of the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science |
Volume | 63 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Nov 1 2024 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Animal Science and Zoology