The genus Thryonomys, also known as the cane rats or grasscutters, is a genus of rodent found throughout Sub-Saharan Africa, the only extant members of the family Thryonomyidae. [1]

May 27, 2024 · Cane rats are an important wild prey species and also a major bushmeat animal in parts of Africa; in some regions they're raised in small-scale "grasscutter" farming. They tend to be most …

Cane rats are swift and agile on land and swim very well. Though primarily nocturnal, they are occasionally active during the day. Depending on the season, greater cane rats are solitary or …

Greater cane rats are found in Sub-Saharan Africa ranging from Senegal and into eastern South Africa. They live by reed-beds, riverbanks, and near marshes and are also common in plantations and …

Aug 3, 2025 · Cane rats, also known as grasscutters, are large rodents belonging to the genus Thryonomys, and they are the only living members of the family Thryonomyidae. Found across Sub …

Dec 27, 2025 · Explore the Greater Cane Rat's habitat, diet, and behavior. Learn about its conservation status and how to identify this unique African rodent.

Mar 24, 2026 · Learn more about Greater Cane Rat and their habitat, including fun facts and where to find them.

The genus Thryonomys, also known as the cane rats, is a genus of rodent found throughout Africa south of the Sahara, the only members of the family Thryonomyidae.

Mar 15, 2025 · Cane Rats belong to the pest species category and are considered highly destructive to crops. These rodents are often found in agricultural areas where they feed on sugarcane and other …

Among South African rodents, the Greater Cane Rat is second in size and mass only to the porcupine. Its body is bulky and covered in bristly hair; its head is large, while its tail and legs are short.