Maxomys inflatus (Robinson and Kloss 1916)

[Maxomys] inflatus (Robinson and Kloss 1916), J. Str. Br. Roy. Asiat. Soc., 73: 273.

Type Locality: Indonesia, W Sumatra, Korinchi Peak, Sungei Kumbang, 4700 ft (1433 m).

Vernacular Names: Broad-nosed Sumatran Maxomys.

Distribution: Endemic to mountain forests of W Sumatra.

Conservation: IUCN – Lower Risk (lc).

Discussion: One of the most distinctive species of Maxomys, as reflected by its wide rostrum and inflated nasolacrimal capsules (Corbet and Hill, 1992; Musser et al., 1979). Part of the suite of murine species endemic to Sumatra (Musser, 1986; see account of Maxomys hylomyoides).