Shaw Mayer's water rat

Shaw Mayer's water rat (Baiyankamys shawmayeri) is a special kind of animal that lives in the mountains of Papua New Guinea. This animal is a type of rodent and can live partly in water, which is why it is called semiaquatic. It belongs to a group of animals called the Muridae family.

This rat was found in a place where not many animals can survive, showing how unique and strong it is. Scientists named it Baiyankamys shawmayeri to honor the person who found it. Learning about animals like Shaw Mayer's water rat helps us understand nature and how animals live in difficult places.

Names

This rat is called kuypep kuykuy-sek in the Kalam language of Papua New Guinea.