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SPECIES Paramelomys steini

Author:Rümmler, 1935.
Citation:Z. Säugetierk., 10: 111.
Common Name:Stein’s Paramelomys
Type Locality:E Prov. of Papua (= Irian Jaya), Sumuri Mtn, Weyland Mtns, 2000-2600 m.
Distribution:Recorded only from the type locality.
Comments:Similar to P. rubex in fur coloration, but averages larger in most dimensions except for its shorter and broader hind feet (Menzies, 1996). Paramelomys rubex occurs at lower elevations (originally reported as shawi from 1200 m) in the Weyland Mtns.
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