There are two species in this family. They are found in China, Vietnam, and India.
They have mouse-like bodies, long, furry tails with stiff hairs at the end, and round ears. They are found in tropical and subtropical forests.
The Malabar spiny tree mouse (Platacanthomys lasiurus) is found in old-growth rainforests in southwestern India.
It is nine inches in length. Four of those inches are its tail. It has soft brownish-gray fur and long pointed ears.
It is nocturnal and spends most of its time in the trees. It lives in small family groups in tree cavities. It eats fruits and nuts.
The Chinese pygmy dormouse (Typhlomys cinereus) is found in China and Vietnam. It is also known as the short-furred tree mouse.
Its body is 2.5-3.5 inches in length, and its tail is 4-5 inches long.
It is dark gray on its uppersides and light gray on its undersides. Its long gray tail has a brushy white tip.
Status and range is taken from IUCN Redlist
Status taken from NH Fish and Game
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